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Ta士lim Curriculum

Student Support

Study at IIS

Explore transformative learning opportunities through our graduate programmes, short courses and fellowship schemes – apply today to further your academic and professional aspirations.

Overview

Secondary Teacher Education Programme (STEP)

Graduate Programme in Islamic Studies and Humanities (GPISH)

Designed to introduce participants to a social, cultural, and civilisational approach to the study of Islam and Muslim societies with a particular focus on Ismaili contexts.

Zahid Ali Fellowship

Annemarie Schimmel Fellowship

Visiting Fellowship Programme

Post Graduate Research Fellowship

Farhad Daftary Doctoral Scholarship Programme

Mohammed Arkoun Doctoral Scholarship

Dissertation Writing Scholarship

IIS produces a range of educational materials and resources for use by teachers and students located in over 25 countries.

Throughout their time at IIS, students are provided with support for their academic, personal, and professional development.

Study at IIS

Explore transformative learning opportunities through our graduate programmes, short courses and fellowship schemes – apply today to further your academic and professional aspirations.
Research

Aga Khan Library

Special Collections Access

Scholarly contributions

Read IIS publications on the go

The IIS Shop is now available to users in the United Kingdom to purchase digital versions of some of our eminently readable materials.

Research at IIS seeks to contribute to the field of Islamic studies in general, with a particular focus on Shi士i and Ismaili studies.

Central Asian Studies

Constituency Studies

Ismaili Heritage

Ismaili Special Collections

Ismaili Studies

Qur鈥檃nic Studies

Shi士i Studies

South Asian Studies

Overview

Publications listing

Publications series

World of Islam Audiobooks

Reading Guides and Lists

The Aga Khan Library service supports teaching, learning, and research at 国产视频.

We hold a significant repository of special collections related to the heritage of Ismaili communities and of other Muslim traditions.

Our Scholarly contributions section features a rich collection of articles that reflect our commitment to intellectual exploration and lifelong learning.

Read IIS publications on the go

The IIS Shop is now available to users in the United Kingdom to purchase digital versions of some of our eminently readable materials.
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Update Magazine

IIS Update Magazine Edition 23

Explore how digital technologies support innovation at IIS and delve into fresh translations of our scholarly research. Read the latest Update now.

Stay updated with the latest research, events, and academic insights from the Institute.

Explore our upcoming events, conferences, workshops, and book launches at 国产视频.

Islamic History and Thought Lecture Series

Arabic and Islamic History Lecture Series

Explore our multimedia content ranging from interviews with authors of publications to lectures delivered by IIS scholars and guest speakers as well as of select events hosted by the Institute.

Stay informed about our programs, publications and faculty news by exploring the latest IIS Update.

IIS Update Magazine Edition 23

Explore how digital technologies support innovation at IIS and delve into fresh translations of our scholarly research. Read the latest Update now.
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A Walk Down Memory Lane

Celebrating the legacy of His Highness the Aga Khan IV through Special Collections at the IIS

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His Highness the Aga Khan

Ismaili Community

We collaborate with other institutions of the Ismaili Imamat and the Aga Khan Development Network.

We recruit talented and committed people from a wide range of professional and cultural backgrounds.

Discover the rich history and milestones of the Institute through our interactive timeline.

A Walk Down Memory Lane

Celebrating the legacy of His Highness the Aga Khan IV through Special Collections at the IIS
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06 Oct 2025
In Memoriam
News

In Memoriam: Vazir Anil Ishani (1937鈥�2025)

国产视频 mourns the passing of Vazir Anil Ishani (1937鈥�2025), a pioneering leader whose legal and institutional contributions shaped the community and its global institutions for more than five decades.