- 7 daysProgramme duration
- 100% fundedNo participation fee for accepted scholars
- Travel coveredTravel and in-programme transport included
- AccommodationLodging and daily meals provided
- ~EUR 0 cost (est.)Out-of-pocket cost for accepted participants
- TurkeyHost country
At a glance
full
Funding
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Max amount
May 1, 2027
Deadline
All nationalities
Country
ILEM Academic Studies Association
Provider
The International ILEM Summer School is a 7-day fully funded academic programme organised by the ILEM Academic Studies Association in Turkey, aimed at advanced students and junior scholars studying the Islamic world. A recent edition ran for 7 days, with a single annual cohort, and explored how art and aesthetics in the Islamic world can be reimagined through conceptual, theoretical and practical approaches tied to socio-political perspectives. Sessions cover themes such as the theoretical framework of Islamic aesthetics, mystical interpretation, the roots of Islamic arts, sacred symbolism and geometry, cultural diplomacy, digitalisation, and the place of art in daily life. The programme covers accommodation, daily meals, in-programme transportation, travel expenses and social-cultural costs for accepted participants, so there is no participation fee. Applicants submit a paper proposal through the Congress Management System; the scientific committee reviews proposals, and accepted authors upload a full manuscript before the event. Participants may be of any nationality and age. The 2026 proposal deadline is expected around 1 May 2026. Because exact dates, themes and the list of covered costs change each year, confirm the current-cycle programme details and deadline on the official ILEM website before applying.
What's covered
- Accommodation — Lodging is provided for the full 7-day summer school for accepted participants.
- Daily meals — Daily meals are included throughout the programme.
- In-programme transport — Transportation during the programme is covered by the organisers.
- Travel expenses — Travelling expenses to and from the summer school are included for accepted participants.
- Social-cultural activities — Social and cultural programme expenses are also covered.
- Overall value — Because all core costs are covered, the typical out-of-pocket cost for an accepted participant is about EUR 0 (est.) beyond personal spending.
How to apply
Applications are managed through the ILEM Congress Management System with a proposal-and-manuscript process.
- Create a system account — Register an account on the ILEM Congress Management System.
- Upload your proposal — Submit your paper proposal addressing one of the announced summer school themes.
- Await committee review — The International ILEM Summer School Scientific Committee evaluates submitted proposals.
- Submit the full manuscript — If your proposal is accepted, upload the full manuscript to the Congress Management System.
- Confirm participation — Final participants are announced after evaluation; confirm your attendance and travel details with the organisers.
Eligibility
Academic standingStudents and junior scholars in related fields are eligible to apply.
Paper requirementParticipants presenting a paper proposal are eligible; the proposal is the basis for selection.
BackgroundPeople from a variety of academic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Open accessPeople of any age, nationality, origin, race and colour are invited to apply.
Selection is based on the academic proposal reviewed by the scientific committee. Accepted applicants must submit a full manuscript through the Congress Management System.
Eligible countries
All nationalities
Deadlines
2026 cycle~1 May 2026 (est.)
Selection
Proposals are evaluated by the International ILEM Summer School Scientific Committee on academic merit and fit to the announced themes. Authors of accepted proposals submit a full manuscript, and final participants are confirmed after this evaluation.
Verified sources
- ILEM Academic Studies Association — official siteilem.org.trofficial
About the provider
ILEM Academic Studies Association (Bilim ve Sanat Vakfi affiliated) is a Turkey-based academic organisation that runs research programmes, schools and congresses on the intellectual, cultural and artistic life of the Islamic world.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who organises the ILEM Summer School?
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It is organised by the ILEM Academic Studies Association and hosted in Turkey.
How long is the programme?
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A recent edition ran for 7 days. Confirm the exact dates for the current cycle on the official ILEM website.
Is it fully funded?
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Yes. For accepted participants the programme covers accommodation, daily meals, in-programme transport, travel and social-cultural expenses, so out-of-pocket cost is about EUR 0 (est.).
What is the theme?
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Recent editions focused on art and aesthetics in the Islamic world, including mystical interpretation, sacred symbolism, cultural diplomacy and digitalisation.
Who can apply?
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Students and junior scholars in related fields who can submit a paper proposal. Applicants of any age and nationality are welcome.
Do I need to present a paper?
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Yes. Selection is based on a paper proposal, and accepted authors submit a full manuscript before the event.
Are travel costs included?
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Yes. Travelling expenses and in-programme transportation are covered for accepted participants.
Is accommodation provided?
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Yes. Lodging and daily meals are provided during the 7-day programme.
How do I apply?
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Create an account on the Congress Management System, upload your proposal, and submit a full manuscript if accepted.
Who reviews the applications?
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The International ILEM Summer School Scientific Committee evaluates all proposals and announces the final participants.
Is there an age limit?
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No. People of any age, nationality, origin, race and colour are invited to apply.
When is the deadline?
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The 2026 proposal deadline is expected around 1 May 2026 (est.). Always confirm the exact date on the official ILEM website.