Welcome to the Centre for Islamic Shi'a Studies

The Centre for Islamic Shi'a Studies (CISS) is a research centre that specialises in the Shi'a Muslim faith. It aims to offer a scholarly Shi'a perspective on traditional and contemporary issues that affect Muslims and humanity as a whole.

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Latest News

CISS Research Series Paper 2: A History of Shiʿism in Bahrain: 630 - 1524

Jun 20, 2017
CISS Research Series Paper 1: Muḥammad Kāẓim al-Ṭabāṭabāʾī al-Yazdī - Life and Activities of a Faqīh through a Turbulent Age by Leila Chamankhah

Mar 16, 2017
Intern opportunity with (CISS)

Jul 04, 2016
Shi'a Studies E-journal Issue 3

Jun 27, 2016
Intern opportunity with CISS

Jan 06, 2016
Shi'a Studies E-journal Issue 2

Dec 18, 2015
‘Iraqi-Shi’a Muslims in Dearborn’

Dec 18, 2015
Research Methods In Islamic Studies: A Beginners Guide

Oct 28, 2015
Muharrm At Alsalam Foundation

Oct 27, 2015
Muharram Timetable 2015 UK

Oct 27, 2015

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An academic centre whose aim is to promote a greater understanding of the Shi’a faith, its people and heritage in academia and society

CISS E-Journal please follow link below

Shia Studies E-journal issue-3

Shia studies E-journal issue 2

Shia studies e-journal issue 1

Selected Publications