FSU INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH CONVENTION (FIRCON) 2026
10th - 12th November 2026
Venue: Faculty of Syariah and Law, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Malaysia
Theme:
Advancing Syariah and Law Through Research and Global Collaboration for a Sustainable Future
The FSU International Research Convention (FIRCON) 2026 marks the inaugural research convention organised by the Faculty of Syariah and Law (FSU), Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), which brings together three major faculty-level conferences under one integrated platform, namely;
1. 6th International Conference of Postgraduate Students and Academics in Syariah and Law (INPAC 2026)
2. 3rd International Seminar on Syariah and Law (INSLA 2026)
3. 4th CFORSJ International Conference on Syariah, Law and Science (4th CFORSJ i-CONF) 2026
As a flagship research platform of FSU, FIRCON 2026 aims to gather researchers, postgraduate students, academics, and strategic partners in strengthening research culture, innovation, and international scholarly collaboration. This initiative reflects FSU’s commitment towards creating a dynamic ecosystem for knowledge exchange, dissemination of research findings, and the advancement of impactful studies in the fields of Syariah, Law, Halal, and related multidisciplinary areas.
The programme is aligned with the aspiration of Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM) in strengthening the integration of Naqli and Aqli knowledge while supporting the implementation of the Malaysia MADANI agenda through research-driven solutions that contribute towards sustainable societal development. FIRCON 2026 also serves as a platform to enhance global academic networking and foster strategic collaborations among institutions, researchers, and industry stakeholders.
THEME
“Advancing Syariah and Law Through Research and Global Collaboration for a Sustainable Future”
The theme reflects FSU’s commitment to advancing research excellence through innovation, interdisciplinary engagement, and global collaboration. It highlights the significant role of Syariah and legal scholarship in addressing contemporary challenges, strengthening justice-oriented systems, and contributing towards the development of a sustainable future.
Through this theme, FIRCON 2026 emphasises the importance of impactful research that bridges theoretical knowledge and practical applications, while positioning Syariah and Law as dynamic fields capable of responding to evolving global issues.
CONFERENCE TRACKS, THEME & SUBTHEME
1) 6th INTERNATIONAL POSTGRADUATE CONFERENCE ON SYARIAH AND LAW (INPAC) 2026
Conference Theme: Advancing Syariah and Law in Addressing Contemporary Challenges: Promoting Justice,
Good Governance, and Sustainable Development
Sub-Themes
Track 1: Syariah, Law and Justice
• Islamic Jurisprudence (Fiqh, Usul al-Fiqh and Maqasid al-Shariah)
• Legal Theory and Philosophy
• Comparative Law and Legal Reform
• Justice, Rule of Law and Access to Justice
• Judicial Administration, Dispute Resolution and Legal Practice
Track 2: Syariah, Law and Governance
• Constitutional, Administrative and Public Law
• Syariah Governance and Public Administration
• Judicial Administration and Dispute Resolution
• Public Policy, Law Reform and Regulatory Governance
• Integrity, Ethics and Anti-Corruption
• Governance of Religious, Public and Non-Profit Institutions
Track 3: Syariah, Law and Family, Society and Human Development
• Islamic Family Law
• Family, Women and Children's Rights
• Social Welfare and Community Development
• Human Rights and Vulnerable Population
• Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Track 4: Syariah, Law, Business and Philanthropy
• Islamic Finance and Commercial Law
• Halal Governance and Industry
• Islamic Social Finance (Zakat, Waqf and Sadaqah)
• Charity, Donation and Non-Profit Governance
• Corporate Governance and Business Ethics
Track 5: Syariah, Law and Digital Transformation
• Artificial Intelligence, Syariah and Law
• Cyber Law, Cybersecurity and Digital Ethics
• Data Protection, Privacy and Digital Rights
• FinTech, Islamic FinTech and Digital Economy
• Legal Technology, Digital Governance and Smart Society
• Emerging Technologies from Syariah and Legal Perspectives
Track 6: Syariah, Law and Sustainable Development
• Maqasid al-Shariah, Sustainable Development and ESG
• Environmental Law, Islamic Environmental Ethics and Climate Change
• Natural Resource, Land and Water Governance
• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Public Policy
• Food Security, Halal Sustainability and Circular Economy
• Disaster Risk Management and Community Resilience
Track 7: Syariah, Law and Global Challenges
• International Law, Syariah and Global Governance
• Human Rights, Human Dignity and Maqasid al-Shariah
• Refugees, Migration and Statelessness
• Peacebuilding, Conflict Resolution and Islamic Perspectives
• Comparative Legal Systems and Contemporary Syariah Issues
• Regional Cooperation, International Relations and Sustainable Development
Track 8: Syariah, Law, Health and Future Society
• Medical Law and Bioethics
• Public Health and Mental Health
• Legal Education and Professional Ethics
• Interdisciplinary Research in Syariah and Law
• Emerging Issues in Law and Society
2) 3RD INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR ON SYARIAH AND LAW 2026 (INSLA 2026)
Conference Theme: “Shaping the Future of Syariah and Law: Governance, Justice and Sustainable Development”.
Sub-Themes
Track 1: Contemporary Syariah and Legal Studies
• Contemporary Fiqh and Usul al-Fiqh
• Maqasid al-Shariah and Contemporary Issues
• Comparative Syariah and Legal Systems
• Islamic Legal Thought and Philosophy
• Fatwa and Contemporary Ijtihad
Track 2: Governance, Justice and Public Policy
• Constitutional and Administrative Law
• Judicial Administration and Court Management
• Public Policy and Regulatory Governance
• Integrity, Ethics and Accountability
• Law Reform and Institutional Development
Track 3: Society, Family and Human Development
• Islamic Family Law
• Human Rights and Human Dignity
• Women, Children and Vulnerable Communities
• Social Welfare and Community Development
• Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Track 4: Islamic Economy, Business and Philanthropy
• Islamic Finance and Commercial Law
• Halal Economy and Governance
• Zakat, Waqf and Islamic Social Finance
• Corporate Governance and Business Ethics
• Sustainable Economic Development
Track 5: Digital Society and Emerging Legal Issues
• Artificial Intelligence and Syariah
• Cyber Law and Digital Governance
• Data Protection and Privacy
• Digital Ethics and Human Rights
• Emerging Technologies from Syariah and Legal Perspectives
Track 6: Global Challenges and Sustainable Development
• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
• Environmental Law and Climate Justice
• International Law and Global Governance
• Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution
• International Collaboration in Syariah and Law
3) 4th CFORSJ International Conference on Syariah, Law and Science (4th CFORSJ i-CONF) 2026
Conference Theme: Synergizing Syariah, Law and Science Towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
in the Era of Digital Reform
Sub-Themes
Track 1: Shariah, Law and Digital Governance
• Islamic legal responses to artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain and digital transformation
• Cyber law, data protection and Shariah perspectives
Track 2: Halal Industry, Science and Sustainability
• Halal certification, food science and sustainable production
• Halal pharmaceuticals, gelatin/plasma-based products and biotechnology
Track 3: Islamic Finance and Economic Sustainability
• Sustainable Islamic finance and green sukuk
• Zakat, waqf and Islamic social finance towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Track 4: Forensic Science, Fiqh and Justice
• Forensic fiqh and digital evidence in judicial proceedings
• Technology-assisted investigations within a Shariah-compliant framework
Track 5: Law, Policy and Environmental Sustainability
• Legal frameworks for environmental protection and climate justice
• Shariah perspectives on sustainable resource management
Track 6: Education, Human Capital and Global Collaboration
• Reforming Shariah and legal education in the digital era
• International research collaboration and academic mobility
Track 7: Health, Society and Digital Ethics
• Islamic bioethics in health technologies and biomedical research
• Digital well-being, social justice and community resilience
PUBLICATION
All accepted papers presented at FIRCON 2026 will be published in the FSU Proceedings as an official compilation of scholarly contributions from researchers and participants. Selected outstanding articles that demonstrate high academic quality and meet the publication requirements will be considered for publication in Scopus-indexed journals and reputable refereed journals, subject to the respective peer-review processes and editorial guidelines of each journal.
Potential publication avenues include:
Scopus-Indexed Journals:
• Malaysian Journal of Syariah and Law (MJSL) – Scopus Q1
• Shariah and Law Research Journal (Universiti Malaya) – Scopus Q2
• Al-Risalah: Forum Kajian Hukum dan Sosial Kemasyarakatan (UIN Sulthan Thaha Saifuddin Jambi, Indonesia) – Scopus Q1
• Al-Daulah: Jurnal Hukum Pidana dan Ketatanegaraan (Alauddin State Islamic University, Indonesia) – Scopus Q1
• JURIS (Jurnal Ilmiah Syariah) (Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar, Indonesia) – Scopus Q1
• Al-Ihkam: Jurnal Hukum dan Pranata Sosial (UIN Madura, Indonesia) – Scopus Q1
• Mazahibuna: Jurnal Perbandingan Mazhab (UIN Alauddin Makassar, Indonesia) – Scopus Indexed
• El-Mashlahah (IAIN Palangka Raya, Indonesia) – Scopus Q1
Refereed Journals:
• Lex Forensica
• Jurnal al-Taqrir
Through these publication opportunities, FIRCON 2026 aims to enhance the visibility and impact of quality research outputs while strengthening FSU’s contribution to international scholarship and collaborative research networks in Syariah and Law.
Contact Us
Program Director
FSU INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH CONVENTION (FIRCON) 2026
Facutly of Syariah and Law
Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia
Bandar Baru Nilai, 71800 Nilai, Negeri Sembilan
Email: pni.usim@gmail.com
Phone/WhatsApp: +6067988535
Registration and Submission Information
Registration and submission of Full Paper must be done electronically through the online submission system.
• Click on the "Registration" menu to create ConfBay Account and proceed for conference registration by logging in the system.
• Click on "Online Submission" menu to submit your abstract(s) / full paper.
• Abstract and Full Paper Format - Strictly follow the template which can be downloaded at "Download menu".