The Graduate School of Islamic Humanities was founded in 2025.

It includes among other things an annual summer school that aims to foster intellectual exchange and build a global network of early career scholars in Islamic Studies. Designed for PhD candidates and early career researchers, the summer school provides immersive experience combining rigorous academic lectures, workshops, and discussions with opportunities for candid intellectual conversations, networking, and visits to historical sites. 

This initiative is co-organized by Leiden University, the University of Exeter,  Istanbul University, Ibn Haldun University, and KU Leuven. 

The 2026 Summer School will be held at Leiden University from 13-17 July 2026. If you are interested in joining, please follow the registration form here. For more information, please contact Dr Ahab Bdaiwi at a.bdaiwi@hum.leidenuniv.nl