Staff Directory
Academic Qualification
- PhD (Arabic and Malay Literature Studies) - Doctor of Philosophy, University of London
- Master in Arabic Literature - Masters Degree, University of Jordan
- Bachelor in Arabic Language - Bachelor Degree, University Al-Azhar, Cairo
Rahmah Binti Ahmad H. Osman (Prof. Dr.)
Professor
IIUM Gombak Campus
ABDULHAMID ABUSULAYMAN KULLIYYAH OF ISLAMIC REVEALED KNOWLEDGE AND HUMAN SCIENCES
rahmahao@iium.edu.my
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Expert Profile
Rahmah is a distinguished Senior Professor of Arabic Literature at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), where she has held various academic and administrative roles. She earned her Bachelor's Degree from the University of Al Azhar in Egypt, a Master's from the University of Jordan, and a PhD from the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) at the University of London. Her notable career includes serving as the Director of Education Malaysia Division at the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia from April 2019 to May 2020, where she significantly contributed to the internationalization of Malaysian higher education, drafting four policy papers and implementing 43 national initiatives. At IIUM, she was the Deputy Rector for Research and Innovation (July 2017-August 2018), playing a key role in the university's transformation and research landscape. She has also been Dean, Director, and Deputy Dean in various departments at IIUM. Rahmah has earned 30 international and national awards for her academic, research, and innovation excellence, including multiple awards in 2023- the IIUM Murabbi Award, IIUM Insan Sejahtera Award and AHAS KIRKHS Leadership Award. She has won numerous awards for her contributions to e-learning and innovation, reflecting her commitment to academic excellence and innovation. An active researcher, Rahmah has completed 38 research projects, received 9 international grants, and supervised 20 postgraduate students. She holds 5 Intellectual Properties and has prolifically published, with 30 books and over 130 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. Her influence extends to serving on several international journal editorial boards, further highlighting her expertise in literary studies and education.
Area of Specialisation
- Humanities ~ Humanities ~ Linguistics and Literature ~ Literary Studies (Including Literary Genres, Stylistics) - 1. Comparative Literary Studies.
Professional Membership
- 2015 - 2016: Member of Profesional Body / Association: (MEMBER OF MAJLIS PENGURUSAN KUALITI UNIVERSITI AWAM), Ministry of Higher Education
- 2016 - 2019: Member of Profesional Body / Association: (Ahli Panel Penilai Agensi Kelayakan Malaysia (MQA)), Agensi Kelayakan Malaysia
- 2016 - 2017: Member of Profesional Body / Association: (MEMBER OF MAJLIS DEKAN PENGAJIAN ISLAM UNIVERSITI AWAM), Ministry of Higher Education
- 2017 - 2018: Member of Profesional Body / Association: (MEMBER OF MAJLIS NAIB CANCELOR PENYELIDIKAN DAN INOVASI UNIVERSITI AWAM), Ministry of Higher Education
- 2019: Member of Profesional Body / Association: (Ahli Dalam Jawatankuasa Bersama Penilaian Pengiktirafan MQA dan Penilai Berkuasa Melantik), Agensi Kelayakan Malaysia (MQA)
- 2019 - 2020: Member of Profesional Body / Association: (SEKRETARIAT JAWATANKUASA KECIL PENGAJIAN TINGGI SURUHANJAYA KEBANGSAAN UNESCO MALAYSIA), SURUHANJAYA KEBANGSAAN UNESCO MALAYSIA (SKUM)
- 2022: Member of Profesional Body / Association: (MEMBER OF AKADEMI PROFESSOR MALAYSIA), AKADEMI PROFESSOR MALAYSIA
- 2022: Member of Profesional Body / Association: (HEAD OF EDUCATION AND RESEARCH COMMITTEE), ISLAMIC LITERATURE LEAGUE
- 2023 - 2025: Member of Profesional Body / Association: (MEMBER OF UTAR ACCREDITATION COMMITTEE), Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman
Teaching Responsibilities
| ABBASID & ANDALUSIAN POETRY TEXTS | 2006/2007 |
| ADVANCED ARABIC II | 1992/1993 |
| AL-ARABIYYAH LI AL-DIRASAT AL-ISLAMIYYAH (ARABIC FOR ISLAMIC STUDIES) | 2024/2025 2023/2024 |
| AL-MADKHAL ILA AL-TARJAMAH (INTRODUCTION TO TRANSLATION) | 2024/2025 2023/2024 |
| ARABIC FOR ISLAMIC STUDIES I | 2002/2003 |
| ARABIC FOR ISLAMIC STUDIES II | 2003/2004 2002/2003 |
| ARABIC FOR ISLAMIC STUDIES III | 2003/2004 |
| ARABIC LITERATURE | 2007/2008 |
| ARABIC MORPHOLOGY I | 2001/2002 |
| ARABIC PROSE TEXTS | 2018/2019 |
| ARABIC SYNTAX I | 2001/2002 |
| COMPARATIVE LITERARY STUDIES | 2016/2017 2015/2016 2014/2015 2012/2013 |
| COMPARATIVE LITERATURE | 2013/2014 2008/2009 2007/2008 2006/2007 2005/2006 2004/2005 2003/2004 |
| CONTEMPORARY ISLAMIC LITERATURE | 2005/2006 |
| FAMILY MANAGEMENT & PARENTING (SISTER) | 2005/2006 |
| FARDHU 'AIN CLASS (SISTER) | 2008/2009 2007/2008 2006/2007 2004/2005 2003/2004 |
| FARDHU 'AIN CLASS (SR) | 2005/2006 |
| FARDHU AIN CLASS (SISTER) | 2002/2003 |
| FINAL YEAR PROJECT I | 2023/2024 2022/2023 2021/2022 2020/2021 |
| FINAL YEAR PROJECT II | 2023/2024 2022/2023 2021/2022 |
| HISTORY OF ARABIC LITERATURE | 2018/2019 2016/2017 2012/2013 2010/2011 |
| INTERMEDIATE ARABIC I | 1992/1993 |
| INTERMEDIATE ARABIC II | 1992/1993 |
| INTRO. TO MALAY ISLAMIC LITERATURE | 2005/2006 2004/2005 2003/2004 |
| INTRO. TO MODERN ISLAMIC LITERATURE | 2006/2007 2004/2005 |
| INTRODUCTION TO MALAY ISLAMIC LITERATURE | 2007/2008 2006/2007 |
| INTRODUCTION TO MODERN ISLAMIC LITERATURE | 2006/2007 |
| ISSUES IN MODERN LITERATURE | 2017/2018 2013/2014 2008/2009 2007/2008 2006/2007 |
| JAHILI & ISLAMIC POETRY TEXTS | 2016/2017 2015/2016 2014/2015 2013/2014 2012/2013 2011/2012 2010/2011 2008/2009 2007/2008 2006/2007 2005/2006 2004/2005 2003/2004 |
| MODERN ARABIC LITERATURE | 2007/2008 |
| MODERN ISSUES IN LITERARY CRITICISM | 2021/2022 |
| MODERN POETRY TEXTS | 2010/2011 |
| MODERN PROSE TEXTS | 2011/2012 |
| PRACTICAL GRAMMAR | 2002/2003 |
| PRACTICAL TRANSLATION | 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023 2021/2022 |
| PRE-SESSIONAL ARABIC LEVEL I | 1993/1994 |
| PRE-SESSIONAL ARABIC LEVEL II | 1992/1993 |
| QUR'ANIC & PROPHETIC TEXTS | 2003/2004 2002/2003 |
| READINGS IN CLASSICAL PROSE | 2017/2018 |
| RESEARCH METHODOLOGY | 2004/2005 |
| RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (ARABIC) | 2021/2022 2020/2021 |
| RESEARCH PAPER I | 2023/2024 |
| RESEARCH PAPER II | 2022/2023 |
| RHETORIC & CRITICISM | 2006/2007 |
| STUDIES IN COMPARATIVE ISLAMIC LITERATURE | 2018/2019 2015/2016 2014/2015 2013/2014 2011/2012 2010/2011 2008/2009 2007/2008 2005/2006 |
| STUDIES ON ISLAMISATION IN LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE (ARABIC) | 2023/2024 2022/2023 2021/2022 2020/2021 |
| THE RENAISSANCE IN TRADITIONAL ARABIC POETRY | 2006/2007 |
| THEORIES AND PRACTICE OF TRANSLATION | 2022/2023 |
| TRANSLATING ISLAMIC TEXTS | 2002/2003 |
| USRAH IN ACTION 1 | 2023/2024 |
| USRAH IN ACTION 2 | 2023/2024 |
Supervision
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االشخصية الإنسانية في روايات نجيب الكيلاني ودي أو فاغنوا المختارة في ضوء المنظور الديني: دراسة مقارنة. The Human Characterizations In Selected Novels Of Najeeb Al-Kaylani And D.O. Fagunwa From An Islamic View: A Comparative Study.
Ph.D
Completed
2020
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رواية "طيور التاجي" للروائي الكوتي إسماعيل فهد إسماعيل: دراسة أسلوبية تحليلية
. The Novel "Tuyoor Altaji" By The Kiwaiti Novelist Ismail Fahad Ismail: Stylistic And Rhetorical Study.
Ph.D
Completed
2020
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الزمن في الشعر الإماراتي الحديث: دراسة وصفية سيميائية. Time In Modern Poetry Of The United Arab Emirates: A Semiotic Study.
Ph.D
Completed
2018
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The Omani Poetry In Busa'Di Age (1162-1266ah) : An Artistic Analytical Study.
Ph.D
Completed
2016
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(Arabic) Islam And Arabic Proverbs, And Their Proportional Impact On Swahili Proverbs : A Comparative Fieldwork Study..
Ph.D
Completed
2016
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الأدب القصصي الملايوي: ترجمة ودراسة وصفية نقدية من خلال مجلة ديوان سسترا 1990 – 1992م. Malay Fiction : A Translation And Critical Descriptive Study In The Dewan Sastera Magazine From 1990-1992 الأدب القصصي الملايوي: ترجمة ودراسة وصفية نقدية من خلال مجلة ديوان سسترا 1990 – 1992م.
Ph.D
Completed
2016
Co-supervisor
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Arabic : Modern Arabic Poetry In Nigeria : A Comparative Study Between Wazir Junaid And Isa Alabi.
Ph.D
Completed
2015
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Human Misery In Selected Novels Of Najib Mahfuz And A. Samad Said: A Comparative Study.
Ph.D
Completed
2010
Co-supervisor
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Minecraft In Islamic Civilisation Education: Technological Integration For Teaching Al-Kinayah In Al-Hadith As-Syarif Minecraft In Islamic Civilisation Education: Technological Integration For Teaching Al-Kinayah In Al-Hadith As-Syarif.
Ph.D
In Progress
Main Supervisor
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القامات الأدبية الإسلامية العالمية الحديثة: مرام وجهود
The Modern Global Figures of Islamic Literature: Aim and Effort. The Modern Global Figures Of Islamic Literature: Aim And Effort.
Ph.D
In Progress
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الذات ال ُمقا ِومة في أَدب االغتِراب في ال ِروايَة ال ِفلسطينية الحديثة عند سوزان أبو الهوى: دراسة تحليلية فنيّة. Self-Resistance In The Literature Of Exile (Eghtirab) In The Modern Palestinian Novel By Susan Abu Al-Hawa: An Analytical And Technical Study.
Ph.D
In Progress
Main Supervisor
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فاعلية تطبيق التعلم النقّال للشعر الجاهلي لدى الطلبة الناطقين بغير العربية
. Effectiveness Of Learning Classical Arabic Poetry Through Mobile Learning Application Among Non-Native Arabic Speakers.
Master
Completed
2018
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تعلُّم الشعر العربي للطلبة الـــــمُتخصصين باللُّغة العربية وآدابــــها عبر تطبيق "ديوان الشعر الإليكتروني": دراسة تجريبية. Teaching Classic Arabic Poetry To Students Of Arabic Language And Literature Using "E-Diwan"Application.
Master
Completed
2018
Co-supervisor
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فاعلية تطبيق التعلم النقّال للشعر الجاهلي لدى الطلبة الناطقين بغير العربية
. Effectiveness Of Learning Classical Arabic Poetry Through Mobile Learning Application Among Non-Native Arabic Speakers.
Master
Completed
2018
Co-supervisor
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القيم الإسلامية في أمثال العرب والمادينع دراسة مقارنة. Islamic Values In Arabic And The Mandingo Proverbs: A Comparative Study.
Master
Completed
2017
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نزاز قباني في منظور الأدب الفرنسي دراسة تحليلية مقارنة
. Nizar Kabbai In The View Of French Literature: A Comparative And Analytical Study .
Master
Completed
2017
Co-supervisor
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Arabic: The Image Of Women In Family Life: A Literary Comparative Study On Arab And Malay Folk Tales.
Master
Completed
2016
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خطاب ما بعد الاستعمار في روايتي "مواكب الأحرار" لنجيب و"أسرة حرب العصابات" لبراموديا الإندونيسي
الكيلاني (دراسة مقارنة). Postocolonial Discourse In Najib Al-Kilani'S 'Mawakib Al-Ahrar' Pramoedya'S 'The Guerilla Family' : A Comparative Study.
Master
Completed
2016
Co-supervisor
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Arabic: Heroism In The Literature Of Rawdah Al-Farakh Al Hud Hud : The Collection Of Heroic Tales For Children As A Model.
Master
Completed
2014
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The Animal Triad In Imru' Al-Qays' Poetry: A Critical Analytical Study.
Master
Completed
2013
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Principles Of Islamic Literature According To Najib Kilan And Their Relection On Two Malay Narratives 'Expressions Of Love' And 'Voice Of Praise'.
Master
Completed
2012
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فنية الأدب الحديث في شعر عرار والأدب الملايوي الحديث
The Art of Modern Literature in Arar's Poetry and Modern Malay Literature. The Art Of Modern Literature In Arar'S Poetry And Modern Malay Literature.
Master
In Progress
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أسلوب الدعوة في شعر الإمام الشافعي وحمكادراسة مقارنة نقدية
Imam Syafie and Hamka’s Style of Da’wah through Poetry (An Analytical Comparative Study). Imam Syafie And Hamka’S Style Of Da’Wah Through Poetry (An Analytical Comparative Study).
Master
In Progress
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FAMILY REFORM IN ISLAMIC LITERATURE. Family Reform In Islamic Literature.
Master
In Progress
Co-supervisor
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Research Projects
Completed
| 2021 - 2022 | Employing Public Speech in Enhancing the Lingual Proficiency of Arabic Non-native Speakers: A Systematic Foundation |
| 2018 - 2022 | Analysis Of Ancient Malay-Omani Trans-Indianica Maritime Networks To Improve The Preservation Of National Heritage In Malaysia |
| 2018 - 2018 | IIIT Research Project-The Islamic Values in Chosen Arabic Poetic Texts |
| 2018 - 2018 | The Omani Presence in the Malay References |
| 2017 - 2020 | A Framework of Good Governance in Regulating Religious Extremism to Improve National Security in Malaysia |
| 2017 - 2022 | Maqasid Shari'ah Approach for measuring Key Intangible Performance in Islamic Academic institutions: |
| 2017 - 2019 | History of Arabic Literature |
| 2017 - 2018 | Translation of Omani Books Into Bahasa Malaysia : Project 1 |
| 2017 - 2018 | Translation Project : Translation of Turkish Book into Bahasa Malaysia |
| 2017 - 2018 | Translation of Omani Books Into Bahasa Malaysia : Project 2 |
| 2016 - 2020 | Postcolonial Discourse in Novel: A Descriptive Study |
| 2016 - 2017 | Translation Studies Between Theory and Practice |
| 2016 - 2018 | Maqasid Al-Shariah: The Standard for Human Needs in Social Sciences |
| 2016 - 2017 | "Izzah Azzaman Fi Madhi Sultan Oman" - The Glorious Time of Praising Sultan Oman |
| 2015 - 2019 | A Prototype Development of a Mobile Interactive Arabic Poetry Programme for Pedagogical Purposes |
| 2014 - 2015 | Program Pemantapan Bacaan Al-Quran dan Fardhu Ain Melalui Pembelajaran Hybrid di anak-anak Yatim Baitul Kasih Rawang |
| 2014 - 2016 | Textbook Project, International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT, USA) |
| 2013 - 2013 | An Interactive Computer Program to Teach Arabic Voices for Non-Native Speakers |
| 2013 - 2013 | Analisa dan Kajian Analisa Berhubung Cadangan Pelan Strategik 5 Tahun Kementerian Dalam Negeri (KDN) 2004-2018 |
| 2012 - 2012 | Analysing The Social And Cultural Underpinnings Of Pre-Islamic Arabic Poetry |
| 2011 - 2011 | A Comparative Study On The Malay And Arabic Literatures |
| 2011 - 2011 | A Biography Of Muslim Malay Scholars (KVC Project 2011) |
| 2011 - 2011 | Studies And Issue In Arabic Language And Literature |
| 2011 - 2011 | A Selection Of Classical Arabic Poetry (KVC Project 2011) |
| 2011 - 2011 | Analyzing The Trends And Literary Conventions Of Malay Islamic Literature (KVC Project 2011) |
| 2010 - 2017 | Encyclopedia of Hajj in Singapore |
| 2010 - 2010 | The Issue of Whether Arabic is Equipped to Meet the Challenge of Modernity |
| 2010 - 2010 | Features of the Malay Islamic Literary Tradition |
| 2009 - 2010 | Comprehensive Excellence through Arabic Debate (Arabic). |
| 2009 - 2009 | A Bird's Eye View on Muslim Scholarship in Southeast Asia |
| 2009 - 2010 | The Effectiveness of Children's Arabic Literature Websites in Developing Islamic Values through Poetry |
| 2009 - 2009 | A Historical Survey on the Middle Eastern Literary Ideas with A Focus on Knowledge |
| 2008 - 2009 | RETHINKING THE METHOD OF TEACHING ARABIC POETRY TO NON-NATIVE SPEAKERS |
| 2008 - 2011 | Towards A New Theory and Methodology in Teaching Arabic Poetry to Non-Native Speakers |
| 2008 - 2009 | Rethinking the Method of Teaching Arabic Poetry to Non-native Speakers |
| 2007 - 2007 | FEATURES OF THE FEMINISM DISCOURSE IN MODERN MALAY NARRATION |
| 2007 - 2007 | Features of the Feminism Discourse in Modern Malay Narration |
| 2006 - 2007 | Towards Enlightening The Muslim World On The Malay Islamic Literary Traditions |
| 2005 - 2006 | Original Title: The Arab Hadrami Influences In The Traditions And Culture Of The Malays In Wadi Hana And Wadi Hassan, Johor Bharu. New Title:The al-Attas Family in Johor Bahru: Its Contribution to Islamic Education and Culture. |
| - 2009 | A BIRD?S EYE VIEW ON MUSLIM SCHOLARSHIP IN SOUTHEAST ASIA |
On-Going
| 2022 - Present | Arabic Literary Works of the Ulama': The Impact on societal Wellbeing |
| 2022 - Present | Biopsychospiritual Exploration and Application of Khushu': A Pilot Study |
| 2022 - Present | Towards Islamic Prose Arts |
| 2022 - Present | A Pragmatic Approach to Practical Translation for Non-Native Speakers |
| 2022 - Present | Academic Arabic Writing Problems Faced by Postgraduate Students at the International Islamic University Malaysia: An Investigation Research |
| 2019 - Present | 'Ulu al-Absar: A Novel Framework for Developing Creative Thinking & Problem-Solving Skills through Qur?anic and Prophetic Literature |
| 2016 - Present | Cybersecurity Capability Maturity Model based on Maqasid al Shari?ah (MS-C2M2) |
| 2009 - Present | Kedudukan Ilmu Dalam Kesusasteraan: Teori Dan Praktis |
| - | COMPREHENSIVE EXCELLENCE THROUGH ARABIC DEBATE |
Award & Recognition
| 02 Aug, 2023 | INSAN SEJAHTERA AWARD - International Islamic University Malaysia | University |
| 02 Aug, 2023 | MURABBI AWARD - International Islamic University Malaysia | University |
| 09 Jun, 2023 | SILVER AWARD FOR LEADERSHIP - International Islamic University Malaysia | University |
| 09 Jun, 2023 | SILVER AWARD FOR LEADERSHIP - AHAS KIRKHS | KCDIO |
| 01 Jan, 2023 | FLAGSHIP PROJECT LEADER FOR IIUM FLAGSHIP 3.0- A-RAHMAH PROJECT: AN ENDEAVOUR TO UPHOLD ADAB, STRENGTHEN KNOWLEDGE CULTURE, AND RADIATE VIRTUES THROUGH THE SPIRIT OF COOPETITION. - International Islamic University Malaysia | University |
| 09 Jun, 2022 | SILVER AWARD FOR COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT - International Islamic University Malaysia | University |
| 09 Jun, 2022 | SILVER AWARD FOR COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT - AHAS KIRKHS | KCDIO |
| 23 May, 2022 | IIUM Quality Research Award - International Islamic University Malaysia | University |
| 02 Jan, 2022 | FLAGSHIP PROJECT LEADER FOR IIUM FLAGSHIP 2.0- AR-RAHMAH PROJECT A SEJAHTERA SOLUTION - International Islamic University Malaysia | University |
| 10 Dec, 2021 | Top Researchers with the highest amount of grants received from 2019 -2021 - International Islamic University Malaysia | University |
| 02 Jan, 2021 | IIUM FLAGSHIP 2.0 PROJECT LEADER FOR AR-RAHMAH PROJECT: A SEJAHTERA SOLUTION - International Islamic University Malaysia | University |
| 13 Sep, 2018 | GOLD MEDAL - International Islamic University Malaysia | National |
| 12 Sep, 2018 | Outstanding E-Learning Mobile Apps Award - IUCEL | National |
| 16 Aug, 2018 | PROFESSIONAL SPECIAL AWARD - Universiti Malaya (UM) | National |
| 16 Aug, 2018 | GOLD MEDAL - Universiti Malaya (UM) | National |
| 12 May, 2018 | ITEX 2018 SILVER MEDAL - Others | National |
| 12 May, 2018 | Certificate of Merit - International Invention, Innovation & Technology Exhibition, Malaysia | National |
| 11 Mar, 2018 | AL-KHAWARIZMI AWARD FOR THE INNOVATION OF E-DIWAN - 8TH EXPOSITION ON ISLAMIC INNOVATION (i-INOVA) 2018 | National |
| 11 Mar, 2018 | GOLD MEDAL FOR THE INNOVATION OF E-DIWAN - 8TH EXPOSITION ON ISLAMIC INNOVATION (i-INOVA) 2018 | National |
| 24 Feb, 2018 | SILVER MEDAL - Others | National |
| 12 Dec, 2017 | PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP - ASIAN STUDIES ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA | International |
| 02 Oct, 2015 | IIUM Quality Research Award - International Islamic University Malaysia | University |
| 08 Jun, 2012 | OUTSTANDING RESEARCHER AWARD - IIUM QUALITY DAY | University |
| 22 Feb, 2012 | GOLD MEDAL - IIUM IRIIE 2012 | University |
| 22 Feb, 2012 | SILVER MEDAL - IIUM IRIIE 2012 | University |
| 28 Sep, 2011 | GOLD MEDAL - ICERIALE2011, Langkawi, Kedah | National |
| 28 Sep, 2011 | Anugerah Tokoh Akademik at Sambutan 100 tahun Madrasah Al Attas, Johor Bahru. - Madrasah Al Attas, Johor Bahru | National |