19^th – 25^th July 2009
University of Cambridge, U.K.

The programme aims to:

1. Provide a social, cultural and civilisational introduction to Islam.

2. Situate the Ismaili tariqah within the larger Shi‘i and Sunni contexts of the intellectual and historical development of Islam.

3. Raise questions, reflect upon and engage in discussion on contemporary issues facing Muslim societies.

To this end, the content of the programme will focus on specific themes and case studies which will enable participants to deliberate upon aspects of Islamic history, notions of authority and community, culture, faith and practice and issues related to tradition and modernity.

Applications:

• There are a limited number of places available for this programme.
• The programme is open to graduates, professionals and entrepreneurs within the Jamat, having at minimum a first degree or equivalent. A good command of English is essential.
• Participants will be selected on the basis of their reflections' related questions, academic and professional background, their Jamati, community and extra curricular activities as well as their competent command of the English Language.
• Telephone interviews may be conducted with shortlisted candidates.
• Participants must make their own travel arrangements to the UK and to Cambridge and will be responsible for all necessary visas and travel documents, such as passports.

• The programme fee is 900 British Pounds, and covers residential and resource related costs.
• Participants need to fund their own return airfare to the UK and local travel to Cambridge.
•  Participants are expected to obtain their UK visa and pay for any associated costs.
•  Limited financial assistance is available and participant selection will be needs-blind.