This course introduces students to key skills for the study of medieval European manuscripts, from the making of parchment to reading text and imagery. The course is designed for beginners, with no previous experience or language skills. It is suitable for undergraduate and graduate students, those working in libraries and archives, and anyone with an interest in medieval books. It includes the opportunity to handle medieval manuscripts.

Course tutors: Prof. Laura Cleaver & Dr Kathryn Hindley

Fees

The fee for the London International Palaeography School 2026, includes the provision of documentary materials.

	Rate per course
Standard	£675
Concession*	£490

*student/unwaged

Please get in touch with the Summer Schools Administrator if you have any questions (iesevents@sas.ac.uk) 

Bursaries 2026

We are pleased to offer a limited number of bursaries for attendance at the IES London International Palaeography School. We are grateful for the support of the Bibliographical Society, who have kindly provided funds for these bursaries.

• Bursaries will be offered for a fee reduction.
• Applications will be judged on the basis of financial need, as well as benefit to the applicant. We will use your ‘Statement of Motivation’ and ‘Statement of Need’ to help us make the awards.
• Decisions will be made by senior academic staff in the IES.
• You are usually expected to write a short blog after attending LIPS about your experience.  

If you have any questions about the Bursary scheme, please email iesevents@sas.ac.uk.

Applications should be submitted by 7 April 2026, and you will be notified of the outcome by the end of April 2026.