Research and Publications

ΒALEAP Pathways to Impact: Call for Expressions of Interest

BALEAP invites Expressions of Interest for the Pathways to Impact Funding Stream, a scheme designed to support practitioner-led case studies that demonstrate the impact of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) on student success and institutional practice in higher education.

The Pathways to Impact Funding Stream aims to strengthen the evidence base for EAP impact and contribute to the professional development of BALEAP members. Successful proposals will be supported in producing case studies that highlight the value and influence of EAP practice, with opportunities for dissemination within the BALEAP community.

Detailed information regarding the funding available, eligibility, requirements, assessment criteria, and the application process is provided in the accompanying documentation.

Applicants should complete and submit the application form template to research@baleap.org by Friday 13 March at 5:00 pm.

Enquiries, including requests for an informal discussion prior to submission, should be directed to Angelos at research@baleap.org

Detailed Information

Click here to find out more, including available funding and project timelines.

Application Form

Interested in applying? Click here to download the application form and submit by 13th March 5:00pm.

EAP Master's Dissertation Award

Applications are invited for the biennial BALEAP Master’s Dissertation Award. The award aims to showcase and encourage Master’s dissertations which make a significant contribution to the field of EAP. The dissertations can involve primary research or be literature-based pieces of work.

The competition is open to colleagues who have successfully completed an EAP-related dissertation between November 2024 and February 2026. Only dissertations which have been awarded a distinction, an A grade or a first are eligible.

Please pass on this information to any colleagues and friends who might be interested as the Award is open to all EAP practitioners and researchers worldwide.

The winning writer will be awarded the sum of £250 and a guaranteed presenter’s place and free ticket at a BALEAP event.

The deadline for applications is Friday 20th March 2026 at 5:00pm. The application form is attached to this email.

If you have any questions about the award or application process, please contact Judith Gorham at fundingandawards@baleap.org

Key Dates:

March 20th 2026	Application forms returned to funding and awards officer
May 2026	Applicants contacted and shortlisted applications requested to send full dissertations to funding and awards officer
September 2026	Winner notified

Download the application form

You can see previous winners of this award here.

Research and Publications Working Group

The BALEAP Research and Publications Working Group works with the Research and Publications Officer. The Working Group comprises of volunteers from the EAP community who support BALEAP Research & Publications activities and initiatives. Find out more about the Research and Publications Working Group and how you can get involved.

Research and Publications Working Group

Research and Publications Initiatives

Research Training Event Series (ResTES)
Critical Friend Network
Funding and Awards

Find out more about the initiatives

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