The National Centre of Excellence for Islamic Studies (NCEIS) is funded by the Australian Government to provide outstanding higher education level programs in Islamic studies. The University of Melbourne is collaborating with Griffith University and the University of Western Sydney to deliver a world-class, multi-disciplinary program from 2008.

The Centre aims to meet the learning needs of aspiring and existing Muslim community leaders as well as teachers and other professionals interested in Islam and Islamic culture. It aims to achieve an international profile among scholars and students of Islam, and to deliver a multi-disciplinary teaching and research program of Islamic studies at national and international levels.

The Centre brings together established expertise in teaching and research at the participating universities, and plays an important leadership role in public debates on contemporary Islam, particularly in the Australian context. It offers professional development programs for the community, government and corporate organisations.

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the National Centre of Excellence for Islamic Studies, Australia.

Professor Abdullah Saeed
Director of the National Centre of Excellence for Islamic Studies
Sultan of Oman Professor of Arab and Islamic Studies