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Based in London, the Aga Khan University Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations (AKU-ISMC) aims to strengthen research and teaching about the heritage of Muslim societies as they have evolved over time, with specific attention to the challenges these societies face in contemporary settings. The Institute seeks to provide a unique and multifaceted approach to the study of Muslim cultures and societies by approaching the study of Muslim civilisations using a framework of world cultures, the humanities and social sciences, allowing for a wider analytical and comparative perspective. To this end, the Institute examines systems of moral and ethical thought, structures of governance and public life, artistic and creative expressions. More...
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9 September 2008
AKU-ISMC launches short courses: Apply now for Exploring Muslim Cultures
AKU-ISMC has launched its range of short courses, focusing on the diversity of Muslim cultures from the perspective of the humanities and social sciences. Its first course, Exploring Muslim Cultures, will start on 4 November 2008. Registration for this course is now open. [Info...]
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11 September 2008
Showcasing the Muslim Civilisations Abstracts (MCA) Project
On 8 October, AKU-ISMC in association with the London Middle East Institute (LMEI) is holding an unique interactive session combining brief presentations and instructive training sessions. This is an opportunity for scholars and graduate students to discover the Muslim Civilisations Abstract project (MCA) and learn new strategies in promoting Asian and African scholarship. [Info...]
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MA in Muslim Cultures
The application deadline for entry in September 2008 to the MA in Muslim Cultures has now passed. Details of how to apply for entry in the next academic year (September 2009) will be posted later this year.
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Short Courses
Applications for the 7-week survey course - Exploring Muslim Cultures, Level I - are now being accepted. Applications close on 30 October. Session starts 4 November.
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AKU-ISMC is a diverse and exciting workplace that offers a range of different career opportunities. Based in London, the Institute seeks to act as a hub for academic debate and dialogue as well as conduct research about the heritages of Muslims and the challenges of contemporary societies.
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