The Bulletin of Indonesian Islamic Studies (BIIS) accepts three types of manuscripts: Original Research Articles, Review Articles, and Case Study Articles. Authors are required to select the manuscript type that most accurately reflects the purpose, methodology, and contribution of their submission. Each manuscript must follow the structure, scope, and requirements specified for the selected category.
1. Original Research Articles
Original Research Articles present the results of original and rigorous research that contributes new knowledge, perspectives, empirical findings, or theoretical insights to the field of Islamic studies.
These manuscripts should address a clearly defined research problem and demonstrate an appropriate and transparent research methodology. Both qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research, as well as other academically rigorous approaches relevant to Islamic studies, are welcomed.
An Original Research Article should generally include:
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A clear and focused research problem or question;
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A relevant and critical engagement with previous scholarship;
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A well-defined theoretical or conceptual framework, where appropriate;
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A transparent and academically appropriate research methodology;
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Systematic presentation and analysis of research findings;
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A substantive discussion that relates the findings to existing scholarship;
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A clear statement of the study's contribution, implications, and/or limitations.
The manuscript should demonstrate originality, methodological rigor, analytical depth, and a clear contribution to the advancement of Islamic studies. Mere description of phenomena without sufficient analysis or scholarly contribution is not considered adequate for this category.
2. Review Articles
Review Articles provide a critical, systematic, and analytical synthesis of existing scholarly literature on a significant and clearly defined topic within Islamic studies.
A Review Article should go beyond summarizing previously published studies. It is expected to identify patterns, debates, methodological developments, theoretical perspectives, gaps, inconsistencies, and emerging directions within the relevant body of literature.
Depending on its purpose and methodological approach, a Review Article may take the form of a systematic literature review, scoping review, integrative review, critical review, or other academically justified review methodology.
A Review Article should generally include:
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A clearly defined topic, scope, and review objective;
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A transparent and appropriate literature-search and selection strategy;
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Critical evaluation of relevant scholarly sources;
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A coherent synthesis and comparison of previous studies;
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Identification of research trends, debates, gaps, and unresolved issues;
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A substantive analytical discussion rather than a descriptive summary;
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Clear implications for future research, theory, policy, or practice where relevant.
Authors should prioritize high-quality and authoritative scholarly sources, particularly recent peer-reviewed publications, while incorporating seminal works when necessary.
3. Case Study Articles
Case Study Articles present an in-depth and contextualized examination of a particular case, phenomenon, institution, community, practice, event, policy, text, or other bounded unit of analysis relevant to Islamic studies.
A case study should provide a rich, systematic, and analytically grounded account of the selected case, while explaining its broader scholarly significance. The case may be examined through qualitative, quantitative, mixed-methods, historical, ethnographic, or other appropriate approaches.
The selected case should be clearly bounded and justified. The manuscript should explain why the case is significant and how its analysis contributes to broader theoretical, methodological, or practical understanding.
A Case Study Article should generally include:
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A clear identification and justification of the case;
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A well-defined research problem or analytical focus;
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Sufficient contextual and background information;
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A transparent methodology for case selection and data collection;
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In-depth analysis of the case and its relevant dimensions;
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Critical interpretation supported by appropriate theoretical or conceptual perspectives;
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Discussion of the broader implications and/or lessons that can be derived from the case.
A Case Study Article should not merely provide a descriptive account of a particular event or institution. It must demonstrate analytical depth, contextual understanding, and broader scholarly relevance.
General Requirements for All Manuscript Types
Regardless of manuscript type, submissions to Bulletin of Indonesian Islamic Studies (BIIS) must:
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Fall within the journal's focus and scope;
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Demonstrate academic originality and a clear scholarly contribution;
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Use appropriate and transparent research or analytical methods;
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Engage critically with relevant and up-to-date scholarly literature;
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Follow the journal's prescribed manuscript structure and formatting guidelines;
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Observe appropriate standards of academic integrity, research ethics, and responsible scholarship;
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Use accurate, consistent, and verifiable citations and references;
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Meet the journal's requirements concerning language, length, formatting, and references;
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Not have been published previously or be under consideration for publication elsewhere; and
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Be prepared for peer review in accordance with the journal's editorial and publication policies.
Authors should select the manuscript category that best reflects the primary purpose and methodological character of their submission. The editorial team reserves the right to reclassify a manuscript when its content and structure are more appropriate for another manuscript category.
