About the Journal
The Journal of Vocational Research and Practice (JVRP) (ISSN 2977-7275) is an independent, interdisciplinary online journal providing the opportunity for work-based learners including apprentices, degree / master's students, and those undertaking Ofqual regulated qualifications, to showcase projects which have yielded signficant organisational, industrial, social, or environmental impact. Hosted by University of Staffordshire, JVRP accepts submissions by work-based learners of any provider type, e.g., universities, colleges, independent training providers, and employer providers. We offer the following submission routes:
- Research article (5,000 - 10,000 words) - encompasses a wide scope including work-based project reports, literature reviews, and research papers. Must carry academic rigour and subject to double-blind peer review.
- Poster presentation (10 minutes) - an informative poster with accompanying MP3 audio narration as an alternative format to the above. Not subject to peer review but screened by the editorial board.
- Account of practice / reflection (1,000 - 2,500 words) - a short narrative reflecting on or showcasing a piece of innovative practice or interim (work in progress) findings. Not subject to peer review but screened by the editorial board.
- Hackathon / special issue article (1,000 - 2,500 words) - a short response to a specific theme or topic curated by guest editors to encourage innovative thinking. Not subject to peer review but screened by the editorial board.
- Editorial - expresses the editor's views on a topic of interest or the content of the journal issue.
Current Issue
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): Editorial special issue: JVRP launch 'dissemination toolkit'
This special editorial issue commemorates the official launch of the Journal of Vocational Research and Practice (JVRP), a new interdisciplinary platform dedicated to advancing scholarly and industry insights from individuals engaged in vocational education, training, and workforce development. The issue brings together the voices of the journal's editorial board to reflect on the evolving role of vocational learning in an era of rapid economic, technological, and social change. It features thought-provoking articles that set the tone for the journal’s commitment to bridging research, policy, and practice; as well as providing a 'dissemination toolkit.' We conclude by inviting readers to join us in shaping the future of JVRP by contributing to this growing community in diverse ways.
Published:
31-05-2025
