SOAS University of London

Centres and Institutes Office

Regional Centres/Institutes

The Centres & Institutes Office oversees the administration of eight Regional Centres and Institutes, promoting knowledge of the regions by:

  • Facilitating knowledge transfer through academic (lectures, conferences, workshops, performances, film screenings and the weekly seminars series)
  • Networking individuals and institutions with a special interest in the region
  • Administering a number of fellowships and awards
  • Disseminating regionally specific information to the academic community
  • Co-hosting events in conjunction with a SOAS department/centre or affiliated organisation
  • Publishing papers and annual reviews
  • Developing partnerships in conjunction with SOAS departments/centres and private/public orgs
  • Helping to mobilize research beyond the academic community
  • Providing academic hospitality to recognised scholars from within the UK and overseas
  • Working closely with the SOAS Research Office and Enterprise Office

Publications

The Centres & Institutes Office produces a number of annual publications including the 4 annual reviews.

Event Management

The Centres & Institutes Office coordinates an average of 240+ research events per year attracting over 12,000 guests. The team works with Centre Chairs and Institute Directors to deliver academic and public research events, from inception to delivery. 

Event management includes: 
  • Programme development, planning, management and budgeting
  • Speaker management
  • Multimedia development
  • Audience generation
  • Logistics management
  • Supplier sourcing
  • On-site project management
  • Programme materials development
  • Event fundraising / income stream
  • Website development and design
  • Programme accreditation
  • Post event feedback

Contact Us

If you would like further information about the regional centres or institutes, or would like help or advice organising an event please contact the Centres & Institutes Office team.

The office is open Monday to Thursday from 10.00 to 16.30 and is located in Room B404, 4th Floor, Brunei Gallery, Russell Square campus. To book an appointment outside hours, please contact us by email.