Sultan Sharif Ali Islamic University (UNISSA)
Simpang 347 Jalan Pasar Gadong
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei
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About
Sultan Sharif Ali Islamic University (UNISSA), established in 2007, is Brunei Darussalam’s premier Islamic university, committed to integrating modern knowledge with the values of Islam based on the Qur’an and Sunnah. With a diverse student body and dedicated academic staff, UNISSA offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs across faculties including Usuluddin, Shariah, Law, Arabic Language, Islamic Economics and Finance, Islamic Development Management, Islamic Technology, and Agriculture. Research strengths span Islamic finance, halal industries, sustainable agriculture, and Islamic jurisprudence. Equipped with modern campuses and specialized research centers, UNISSA fosters global partnerships, preparing graduates to contribute ethically and effectively to local and international development.
Sustainability at Sultan Sharif Ali Islamic University
UNISSA integrates sustainability into its mission by combining Islamic values with modern knowledge to advance responsible development. Through research, teaching, and community engagement, UNISSA promotes ethical practices that support environmental stewardship, social justice, and economic resilience. The university encourages students and staff to embrace sustainable lifestyles and contribute to solutions for local and global challenges. By aligning its initiatives with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), UNISSA strengthens its role in fostering a balanced approach to progress that respects both faith and the environment, while contributing to a just and sustainable future.
More Information
Find more details on sustainability at UNISSA through their Centre for Strategic Development and Sustainability.