BRISMES is a member of EURAMES, the umbrella organisation for European Societies for Middle Eastern Studies.
We also have links with MESA, the Middle East Studies Association in the US.
The Islamic Studies Network brings together those working in Islamic Studies to network, discuss and share experiences to benefit students and develop good practices across the higher education sector. Please visit our website http://www.heacademy.ac.uk/islamicstudies for information on current funding opportunities and our inaugural event in May 2010. To join the network mailing list, please email – This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit www.jiscmail.ac.uk/ISNETWORK.
Specialist Schools & Academies Trust - Arabic Network
www.ssatrust.org.uk/arabic
This site is hosted and developed by Specialist Schools & Academies Trust for teachers of the Arabic language and their pupils as well as for anyone involved in promoting cultural activities, linked to the Arab and Muslim world.
There is a great wealth of information to support teachers on the site as well as a discussion forum which provides all members with regular updates on events, opportunities for CPD events, new resources and general discussion.
Administrative Office
Telephone: 0191 33 45179
Graduate Conference 2012
Change and Continuity in the Arab World This year's graduate conference will be held on 11th June at the London School of Economics. Please click here for further information.
BRISMES Annual Conference 2012
Our 2012 Annual Conference will take place at the London School of Economics between 26th and 28th March 2012. For the latest news on the conference, see Conference.
Joint BRISMES/CASAW Lecture 2011
Middle East Exceptionalism: Ended or Dented? We are delighted to announce that this year's annual lecture will be given by Baghat Korany on 21st October at 5pm at The British Academy, 10-11 Carlton House Terrace, London, SW1Y 5AH. All are welcome to attend.