The British Institute of Persian Studies (BIPS) is currently seeking a part-time Junior Assistant to support its work in promoting scholarship and research excellence on all aspects of Iran and the wider Persianate world. The role suits a well organised and methodical...

The British Institute of Persian Studies invites applications for the BIPS Research Fellowship. This is a postdoctoral grant of £20,000 for a one year project. This grant designed to provide an opportunity to pursue a larger research project than the Research and...

The British Institute of Persian Studies invites applications for the inaugural round of the Master's Dissertation Award. This award recognizes outstanding work on a Master’s dissertation in the field of Persian Studies or a closely related subject. With a total value...

The British Institute of Persian Studies invites applications for Outreach Project Grants. This grant will be awarded to a project that that promote the knowledge of the Persianate world among a non-academic audience. Projects can range from exhibitions to workshops,...

Dear BIPS members and supporters, We are writing to inform you of upcoming changes to the BIPS Membership Scheme. Membership fee changes (effective from October 2025 for new members and from the 2026 renewal cycle): Full Membership: £40/year → £50/year Fellow...