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Academic Research Paper Submissions

Please note: This page is for Academic Research Paper Submissions for Emerging Scholars. For all other proposal types please submit through the Proposal Submissions page.

In 2027, APAIE will again be inviting researchers to submit research papers for consideration.

It is part of APAIE’s goals to develop:

  • a research stream for presentations at APAIE conferences,
  • a community of International Education Researchers in the Asia-Pacific region, who are interested in conducting research in the region,
  •  a group of experts to assist with the review papers for APAIE conference presentations.

Accepted papers will be published as part of the APAIE Research Papers Conference Proceedings (See papers from previous years). We encourage authors to review previous years’ papers as a guide when preparing their submission.

In addition, papers will be forwarded to leading partner journals such as the Journal of Studies in International Education, Transitions: Journal of Transient Migrants, and Journal of Global Higher Education for further publication (with additional content).

Emerging Scholars i.e. Doctoral Candidates and Early Career Researchers (ECR) who have completed their Doctoral Degree in the last 5 years are encouraged to submit their work.  

All details you need to submit your research abstract are outlined on this page. Ensure you have your chance to present your work at APAIE 2027 and submit before the deadline: Wednesday 3 June 2026, 23:59 hours AEST.

Academic Research Paper Submissions are now closed.

Submission portal will open on Friday 24 April 2026
Submit Academic Research Paper abstracts here

On this page you can find:

Key Dates

General Proposal Submissions

General Proposal Submission:
24 June 2026 23:59 AEST Closed

Proposal notifications:
early September 2026

Academic Research Submissions

Phase 1: Abstract Submission:
3 June 2026 Closed

Phase 2: Full Paper Submission (for accepted abstracts):
12 August 2026

Phase 3: Revised Full Paper Submission (incorporating reviewer feedback):
12 November 2026

Registration

Early bird open: from mid-September 2026
Early bird close: 12 January 2027
Standard open: 13 January 2027
Standard close: 20 March 2027
Late open: 21 March 2027

APAIE 2027 Conference & Exhibition

Pre-conference workshops: 21 March 2027
APAIE 2027 Kuala Lumpur: 21 – 25 March 2027
Post-conference campus tours: 25 March 2027

Submissions

Proposal submission: 24 April – 24 June 2026
Research submission: 24 April – 3 June 2026
Pre-conf workshop submission: 24 April – 3 June 2026

Early bird open: from mid-Sepember 2026
Early bird close: 12 January 2027
Standard open: 13 January 2027
Standard close: 20 March 2027
Late open: 21 March 2027

Submissions Overview
When
As part of the concurrent session program, scheduled across the conference days, 22-24 March 2027.
Where
Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Moderators
APAIE will provide moderators. Do not include a moderator/facilitator in your submission.
Registration
Research Paper presenters are entitled to register at the speaker rate.
Key details
Detailed information regarding Academic Research Papers is outlined further down this page.
Submission templates
Abstract: no formal template

Full paper: use of formal template is mandatory
Download full paper template

Key Elements

The Academic Research Paper submission process is a rigorous academic process and it is important to understand the below key elements and wider guidelines before submitting your work.

  • Research Paper submissions will comprise of a two step process:
    1. Abstract submission (no more than 250 words in length)
    2. Full paper submission
  • Research Paper submissions must utilise the provided full paper template.
  • Research Papers will be subject to a double-blind review by a panel of peer researchers.
  • Accepted Research Papers will be part of the official APAIE 2027 program, APAIE Conference Proceedings and considered for leading Journals in related areas.
  • Research Papers can be submitted either as Research in Progress or Full Research papers.


Academic Research Paper Timeline

  • Academic Research Abstract Submission: 24 April – 3 June 2026
  • Academic Research Abstract Notification: late June
  • Academic Research Full Paper Submission (for accepted abstracts): July – 12 August 2026
  • Academic Research Full Paper Notification: late September
  • Academic Research Revised Full Paper Submission (incorporating reviewer feedback): October – 12 November 2026
  • Academic Research Revised Full Paper Notification: mid-December

Research Tracks

Academic Research Papers can be submitted under the following Research Tracks of International Education:

  • AI and International Education in the Asia-Pacific Region – Focusing on the impact and use of AI in International Education in the Asia-Pacific Region
  • Inequalities and Opportunities for International Education in the Asia-Pacific Region – Research that examines and critically discuss any inequalities and opportunities for change in the Region
  • Transnational Education – Research that focuses on the transnational education models in the Asia Pacific Region.
  • International Student Experience – Focusing on the International Student Experiences, including digital experiences of students (with a particular focus on Asia, Latin America and Pacific Islands).
  • Internationalisation of Curriculum – Research exploring the internationalisation of curriculum in Higher Education, and Internationalisation at Home. This also includes research on aspects of digital and online international education.
  • International Education Policies – Focusing on the International Education Policies in Asia, the Pacific Islands, and Latin America.
  • Student Mobility – Research on student mobility programs across Asia-Pacific, including virtual mobility, COIL, short-term and longer term mobility, and international internships.

Paper Categories

Two types of Research Papers are available:

  1. Research in Progress Paper: include conceptual papers, literature reviews and proposition development papers of high quality and aim to provide contributions to the field of research. These papers are required to be 4,000 words, including Title, Abstract and References. 
  2. Full Research Paper: include papers that report on full research projects which include clear results, discussions, and implications that provide a significant contribution to the field. These papers are required to be 6,000 words, including Title, Abstract and References. 

 

Terms and conditions


By submitting an abstract and/or full paper to the APAIE Academic Research Paper Stream, the submitting author confirms and agrees that:

  • All author names, affiliations, and other identifying information have been removed from the abstract and/or full paper document to ensure an impartial review process.
  • The abstract and/or full paper has been submitted in English.
  • The submission contains original material from at least one author or their organisation.
  • The submission has not been previously published and is not currently under review, accepted for publication, or committed for publication by another journal, conference, publisher, or publication outlet.
  • The submission does not infringe upon any copyright, intellectual property rights, or principles of academic integrity, including plagiarism, duplicate publication, or self-plagiarism.
  • The content of the abstract and/or full paper does not conflict with any existing copyright agreement or publishing arrangement with another publisher.
  • The author(s) agree to comply with the data protection and privacy policy. 
  • No funding or financial assistance is provided to accepted presenters.
  • If accepted, at least one author must register for and attend APAIE 2027 in person, and present the paper at the conference for it to be included in the official program and Conference Proceedings.
  • By submitting an abstract and/or full paper, the author(s) consent to APAIE using submitted materials for the promotion of current and future APAIE conferences.
  • Authors also consent to presentation slides being made available to registered APAIE delegates for a specified period following the conference.
  • Authors consent to their paper being presented at the APAIE Conference and, if accepted, published in the APAIE Conference Proceedings, which are published as Open Access and may be indexed and made publicly available.

APAIE is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity. Papers found to have been previously published, submitted elsewhere for review or publication, or otherwise in breach of these conditions may be withdrawn from the review process, conference program, and/or Conference Proceedings at APAIE’s sole discretion.

APAIE’s Access Program for 2027

As part of APAIE’s unwavering commitment to equity and inclusion, we are offering under-represented regions and communities in the Asia-Pacific an opportunity to attend our annual Conference and Exhibition.
Submissions close 24 June 2026.

Find out more

Further questions

If you have any questions regarding proposal submissions, please contact the APAIE Program Manager, program@apaie.net