The National Centre of Excellence for Islamic Studies is an Australian Government supported initiative that will advance knowledge and understanding of Islam and showcase Australia’s strengths in the field of Islamic studies. The Centre will also play a leadership role in public debates on contemporary Islam.
The Centre is hosted by a consortium led by the University of Melbourne and including the University of Western Sydney and Griffith University. It provides university accredited study and other learning opportunities for all Australians interested in Islamic studies.
The Centre formally opened on 23 October 2007. It has established a new undergraduate Islamic studies program and also offers postgraduate study and research opportunities. Information on how to enrol at the Centre is provided at the Centre’s website (listed below).
The Centre has set up a National Community Consultative Committee to help inform its teaching and research activities. The Department provides the Australian Government representative on the Committee.
The links below provide further information about the Centre.
Administering area
Tertiary Collaboration and Participation Branch
Collaboration Unit
Director: Ms Melissa Pollard, telephone (02) 6219 3563.