For 30 years, the BACP Research Conference has been a place where researchers and practitioners come together to exchange ideas on important research findings, presented in open discussion with constructive critical debate and helpful dialogue. The conference fosters a climate where all are welcome to share learning and network with other delegates.

Over this time the conference has been attended by representatives - both presenters and delegates - from 23 countries, making it a truly international event.

31st Annual International BACP Research Conference: Impact through collaboration

The conference will be co-hosted by the University of Manchester in Manchester on 16 and 17 May 2025.  

Call for Papers

The submission portal opens on 1 September 2024. 

We welcome abstract submissions demonstrating rigorous use of any methodology and theoretical orientation, from students, practitioners and experienced researchers alike. We accept submissions for research papers and symposia, discussions (in-person event only), methods workshops (in-person event only), lightning talks and poster presentations. All submission types other than discussion and methods workshops can be delivered either online or in-person. An abstract is required for every submission type for consideration and assessment by the peer review panel.

Information and guidance about the different submission types can be found on our Research conference submission guidelines web page. 

The deadline for submissions is 23:59 GMT on Sunday 3 November 2024.

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