Professional and Vocational Education Conference 2025 (PVE 2025) 

The PVE Conference 2025 is designed to foster international exchange and interdisciplinary dialogue, aiming to generate and share new knowledge across various sectors of PVE. This year’s themes focus on Lifelong Learning, Talent Development, Social Mobility, Micro-Credentials, and Industry-University-Research Cooperation,” captures the essence of our goal: to forge stronger connections between academic insights and practical applications in vocational education (Joyce & Cartwright, 2020). These themes explore the role of PVE in addressing global challenges, fostering inclusivity, and ensuring individuals are equipped to thrive in an ever-changing world. With a vision to bridge the gap between researchers, policymakers, and practitioners, the conference will serve as a platform to discuss and disseminate innovative practices and educational methodologies. 

This conference is an invaluable opportunity for PVE educators, policymakers, scholars, researchers, industry professionals, and students across the globe. It offers a unique platform to gain expert insights, stay updated with the latest trends, and engage in networking that could lead to impactful collaborations and partnerships. By participating, you can influence educational practices and engage in interdisciplinary exchanges that enhance educational outcomes. We invite you to share your work, gain feedback, and contribute to shaping a more innovative and equitable educational landscape. Join us in making a difference in the area of PVE.
 

Goals of conference

1. Promote international exchange among educators, professionals, industry practitioners, and students from around the globe.
2. Serve as a platform for dialogue across various fields of PVE, facilitating interdisciplinary discussions among scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and students.
3. Foster a collaborative environment to share research findings, innovative practices, and educational methodologies, generating and disseminating new knowledge.

Organizers
The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK)
The Academy for Educational Development and Innovation (AEDI)
Institute of Professional and Vocational Education and Lifelong Learning (IPVELL)

Conference’s key themes

1. Lifelong Learning:

• Lifelong learning and vocational education are interconnected as both emphasize continuous skill development and adaptability. Vocational education provides structured experiences to prepare individuals for employment, while lifelong learning encompasses all forms of learning throughout life. Together, they ensure individuals remain competent and responsive to evolving industry demands, benefiting both personal growth and community needs.

2.    Talent Development:

• Talent development and vocational education both focus on nurturing specialized skills and individual potential through personalized instruction, practical application, and long-term growth. They emphasize hands-on learning, tailored guidance, and real-world experiences to align education with professional goals.

3.    Social Mobility:

• Social mobility and vocational education are closely linked, as vocational education equips individuals with skills and knowledge for socially valuable employment, enabling upward mobility. By providing organized and inclusive learning experiences, vocational education helps bridge gaps in access to opportunities, fostering economic advancement and reducing social inequalities.

4.    Micro-Credentials:

• Micro-credentials, which are short, focused, and often online courses culminating in digital badges, complement vocational education’s hands-on training by providing flexible upskilling and reskilling opportunities. Together, they modernize vocational education, enhancing employability and aligning with industry needs.

5.    Industry-University-Research Cooperation:

• Industry-University-Research cooperation significantly enhances vocational education by aligning curricula with cutting-edge research and industry needs. By bridging theory with practical applications and fostering continuous professional growth, these partnerships create a dynamic and responsive educational environment that prepares a skilled, adaptable workforce ready to meet both current and future industry demands.

Conference Details

• Date: 5-6 December 2025
• Location: The Education University of Hong Kong
• Format: In-person

Keynote Speakers 
1)    Professor John Chi-Kin LEE
         President; Director of Academy for Educational Development and Innovation (AEDI), The Education University of Hong Kong
2)    Professor Stephan ABELE
        Professor; Chair of Vocational Education, Technische Universität Dresden, Germany
3)    Professor Stephen BILLETT
        Professor of Adult and Vocational Education, Griffith University, Australia
4)    Professor Sarojni CHOY 
        Professor of the School of Education and Professional Studies, Griffith University, Australia
5)    Professor Beena GIRIDHARAN 
        Professor and Dean of Teaching and Learning, Curtin University Malaysia, Malaysia
6)    Professor Joyce Hwee Ling KOH 
        Professor of Education at the School of Education, University of Waikato, New Zealand
7)    Professor Jin YANG
        Professor, East China Normal University, Shanghai

Conference schedule (Tentative)
 

Registration
Presenter
Submission Guidelines

1. Educators, policymakers, scholars, researchers, industry professionals, and students are warmly invited to contribute to the PVE Conference 2025 by submitting abstracts.
2. Abstracts should be 200-250 words in length and must clearly articulate the research or project’s purpose, methodology, results, and implications.
3. Submissions should be in the area of PVE and align with the conference’s key themes: Lifelong Learning, Talent Development, Social Mobility, Micro-Credentials, and Industry-University-Research Cooperation.
4. The abstract can be written in English or Chinese.
5. Participants must submit abstracts via the designated online portal, which is accessible through the below link. Submissions via alternative channels will not be considered.
6. Click (https://eduhk.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_enDlu5uggOKvj6e ) for Abstract Submission.

Key Dates

• Call for Abstracts Opens: 24 June 2025
• Call for Abstracts Closes: 30 September 2025
• Notification of Results: 17 October 2025
• Registration Open: 22 September 2025
• Registration Deadline for Presenters: 31 October 2025
• Registration Deadline for Participants: 14 November 2025

Paper Selection and Presentation Details

1. All abstracts will be reviewed anonymously by a panel of experts, and the results will be announced via email on or before 17 October 2025
2. Selected papers should be presented in person by the author(s) during the conference at The Education University of Hong Kong.
3. The duration for each paper presentation is 15 minutes followed by 5 minutes for discussion along with Q & A.
4. The conference organiser reserves the right to make the final decision regarding the acceptance of abstracts.

Participants

• Registration Open: 22 September 2025
• Registration Deadline for Participants: 14 November 2025

Registration Fee
 

Notes on Payment

• No refunds will be served for this conference. Refund requests will not be accepted.
• This conference will adopt online payment method. Payment methods are restricted to credit cards (Visa/MasterCard/Union Pay), WeChat Pay, and Alipay (AlipayHK/Alipay).
• The payment will be charged in HK Dollars (HKD). If your card is not billed in HK Dollars (HKD), please inquire about any additional fees and exchange rate with your card issuer.
• Participation is not guaranteed until full payment of the registration fee is received.

Conference Website：https://www.pveconferenceeduhk.com/
Contact Email：pveconference@eduhk.hk。