Jakarta, Berita FIKES Online — The Faculty of Health Sciences (FIKES) at UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta has once again produced professionals in the field of pharmacy through its 17th Pharmacist Oath-Taking Ceremony, held on Wednesday (October 21, 2026) at the Bahtiar Effendy Auditorium, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP), UIN Jakarta. A total of 58 new pharmacists from the 17th cohort officially took their professional oath, signifying their readiness to assume responsibilities as pharmacy professionals characterized by integrity and a commitment to public healthcare service.

The oath-taking ceremony was conducted with solemnity in accordance with Islamic tradition, marking the new pharmacists' commitment to practicing their profession in adherence to ethics, professional standards, and the noble values ​​that serve as the foundation for healthcare services.

The presiding panel for the event included the Vice Rector I of UIN Jakarta, Prof. Dr. Ahmad Tholabi Kharlie, S.Ag., S.H., M.H., M.A.; the Dean of FIKES UIN Jakarta, Prof. Dr. apt. Zilhadia, M.Si.; the Vice Dean I of FIKES UIN Jakarta, Dr. apt. Nurmeilis, M.Si.; and the Head of the Pharmacist Professional Study Program, Prof. apt. Puteri Amelia, Ph.D. Also in attendance to deliver remarks was dr. Eliwedi Erni, Head of the Health Resources Division, representing the South Tangerang City Health Office.

During the reading of the UIN Jakarta Rector’s Decree Number 526 of 2026 concerning students who have completed the Pharmacist Professional Study Program—for the 17th oath-taking cohort of FIKES during the odd semester of the 2025/2026 academic year—the Head of the Pharmacist Professional Study Program, Prof. apt. Puteri Amelia, Ph.D., stated that the 17th cohort achieved a graduation rate of 95 percent.

This achievement serves as a testament to the dedication and hard work demonstrated by the students throughout their professional education. It is a success made possible by the contributions of many: the students themselves, who remained diligent in their studies; the faculty, who consistently shared their knowledge and mentored these aspiring pharmacists; the administrative and academic support staff; and, not least, the unwavering prayers of the students' parents.

This accomplishment also underscores the vital synergy between students, faculty, administrative staff, and families—a collaboration essential to fostering competent healthcare professionals who are well-prepared to meet the challenges of the professional world.

The Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences (FIKES) at UIN Jakarta, Prof. Dr. apt. Zilhadia, M.Si., expressed her appreciation for the students' perseverance in completing their professional education. She emphasized that their hard work has now truly paid off, culminating in the attainment of their professional pharmacist qualification.

Beyond mere academic achievement, this degree carries a significant responsibility to provide pharmaceutical services that are high-quality, professional, and patient-safety oriented. It is hoped that these new pharmacists will make an ever-broader contribution to the advancement of the pharmaceutical field and the improvement of healthcare service quality in Indonesia.

In his remarks, the Vice-Rector I of UIN Jakarta, Prof. Dr. Ahmad Tholabi Kharlie, S.Ag., S.H., M.H., M.A., expressed his hope that the new pharmacists would continue to excel and remain adaptable amidst rapid technological advancements. Technological progress has brought about various changes in the healthcare sector—including in pharmaceutical practice—requiring professionals to engage in continuous learning, innovation, and the development of their competencies.

Pharmacists are expected not only to rely on the knowledge gained during their education but also to consistently update their insights and skills to address the evolving needs of the public. Amidst the digital transformation in healthcare, professionalism, integrity, and a genuine concern for patients remain core principles that must be upheld.

The presence of a representative from the South Tangerang City Health Office, Dr. Eliwedi Erni—serving as the Head of the Health Resources Division—further underscored the importance of having a competent healthcare workforce capable of supporting the enhancement of healthcare service quality.

Representing the 17th Class, apt. Datu Muhammad Cordova, S.Farm., expressed his joy and appreciation to all levels of FIKES UIN Jakarta who have accompanied the pharmacist's professional education journey for one year.

For him, success up to the stage of reciting the oath is the result of the learning process, guidance and support provided by lecturers and education staff. Experience during professional education is an important provision for graduates to step into the world of work and carry out their responsibilities as pharmacists.

The momentum of this professional oath is also the beginning of a new journey for 58 pharmacists in dedicating their knowledge and competence to society. With the academic provisions, professional skills and ethical values ​​that have been instilled during their education, graduates are expected to be able to make a real contribution to the progress of pharmaceutical services.

Appreciation for CBT and OSCE Highest Score Achievers

As a form of appreciation for academic achievements and professional competence, FIKES UIN Jakarta gave 11 awards to 17th Class graduates who achieved the highest scores in the Computer-Based Test (CBT) and Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE).

The recipients of the awards based on their rankings in the Computer-Based Test (CBT) are as follows: Khairunnisa, S.Farm., Apt.; Shelly Safitri, S.Farm., Apt.; Sendi Handika Putra, S.Farm., Apt.; Nurafni Tamin, S.Farm., Apt.; and Annisa Triana Yusman, S.Farm., Apt.

Meanwhile, the recipients of the awards based on their rankings in the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) are: Kholilah El Zahra, S.Farm., Apt.; Fayza Azzahra, S.Farm., Apt.; Khalishah Inayah, S.Farm., Apt.; Mahiya, S.Farm., Apt.; Khairunnisa, S.Farm., Apt.; and Annisa Triana Yusman, S.Farm., Apt.

These awards serve as a token of appreciation for the graduates' dedication and earnest efforts in mastering pharmaceutical knowledge and skills. The CBT measures the mastery of knowledge, while the OSCE assesses competence through a structured practical examination. Both are essential components in preparing pharmacists who are competent and ready to provide services in accordance with professional standards.

The 17th Pharmacist Oath-Taking Ceremony marks a significant milestone for the Faculty of Health Sciences (FIKES) at UIN Jakarta, reaffirming its commitment to producing graduates who are not only excellent in academic and professional competence but also possess moral integrity and uphold Islamic values.

Congratulations to the 58 new pharmacists from the 17th cohort of FIKES UIN Jakarta on this proud achievement. May the knowledge they have gained serve as a foundation for their future contributions—enabling them to provide safe, high-quality pharmaceutical care that benefits the wider community.

FIKES UIN Jakarta remains committed to developing professional pharmacists who are competent, possess integrity, and uphold Islamic values ​​in all their healthcare endeavors, ultimately fostering the realization of high-quality, humanistic healthcare services oriented toward the public good. (ARN)