Islamic Values in Science-Based Entrepreneurship Education: An Analysis of Physics Education Students' Performance Based on the Noble Traits of the Prophet Muhammad

Abstract

This study investigates the integration of Islamic values into science-based entrepreneurship education by analyzing the academic and entrepreneurial performance of undergraduate students in a physics education program. The research is centered on four noble traits of the Prophet Muhammad—Sidiq (honesty), Amanah (trustworthiness), Fathonah (intelligence), and Tabligh (effective communication)—which serve as ethical and pedagogical foundations in assessing students' entrepreneurial potential. Performance tasks consisted of observation-based feedback, business proposal development, and the creation of educational technology designs. A mixed-method approach was employed, involving both qualitative and quantitative analysis of student submissions and classroom activities. The findings reveal that the internalization of these prophetic values significantly contributes to the development of students’ creativity, entrepreneurial mindset, and engagement with technology. Moreover, the incorporation of Islamic ethical principles into entrepreneurship education not only enhances students’ academic outcomes but also nurtures a strong sense of moral responsibility and ethical awareness. This suggests that prophetic values can serve as an effective framework for shaping future educators who are both innovative and ethically grounded. The study offers implications for curriculum development in Islamic higher education institutions seeking to balance character education with 21st-century skills.