Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof. Dr. Hamka

Established on a significant date, November 18, 1957, Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof. Dr. Hamka stands before you. It’s more than just an institution; it’s a testament to the vision of the Muhammadiyah organization, a prominent Islamic social and educational movement in Indonesia. Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof. Dr. Hamka, also known as UHAMKA, carries the name of a respected Indonesian scholar, writer, and Islamic leader, Professor Dr. Hamka. The university’s roots lie in the Perguruan Tinggi Pendidikan Guru (PTPG), founded in 1957. The founders, Arso Sosroatmojo and H.S. Prodjokusumo, envisioned a place where education and Islamic values intertwined. UHAMKA’s journey reflects Indonesia’s own evolving history. Originally the PTPG, it transitioned to the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, University of Muhammadiyah Jakarta (FKIP UMJ) in 1958. By 1965, it gained autonomy as IKIP Muhammadiyah Jakarta. The final transformation to Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof. Dr. Hamka occurred in 1997, solidifying its identity and honoring its namesake. Today, Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof. Dr. Hamka offers diverse programs, from undergraduate to postgraduate levels. These span Islamic studies, education, social sciences, economics, engineering, and technology. The university strives for academic excellence, grounded in Islamic values, while fostering research and intellectual growth. UHAMKA isn’t confined to a single location. It extends across eight campuses in Jakarta, including locations in Kebayoran Baru, Ciracas, Klender, Matraman, Pancoran, and Tangerang. These campuses house libraries, classrooms, and workshop areas. Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof. Dr. Hamka offers a wide range of undergraduate programs including accounting, biology, business, economics, education, engineering, health, history, management, mathematics, nursing, public relations, pharmacy, physics, and psychology. This diverse offering reflects UHAMKA’s commitment to providing comprehensive education.