For Authors

Please note that JRIPE charges article processing fees. See ​Policies → APCs​ (link) for details. 

We kindly ask that authors use their institutional email address when submitting. If this is not possible, please contact the editors for assistance in submitting. 

Submission Guidelines 

Quick link to Submission checklist. 

Manuscript preparation 

Manuscripts should present original work that is clearly situated within the field of interprofessional practice and education. Submissions may take a variety of forms and should be appropriate to the journal’s scope. Submissions may address interprofessional practice and/or education, for instance learning processes, competency development, and pedagogical innovation. Manuscripts focused on practice are encouraged to consider implications for education and professional development where relevant. 

Authors are encouraged to structure their manuscripts in a clear and coherent manner, with a well-defined objective, appropriate use of evidence, and a contribution to knowledge, practice, or pedagogy.  

Formatting requirements  

Manuscripts should be submitted in a standard word-processing format (e.g., Word) and prepared in a clear, readable style. Authors should ensure consistency in headings, citations, tables, and figures. Tables and figures should be clearly labeled and referenced in the text. ​​​​Detailed formatting instructions, including a Word template, will be provided during the submission process. 

Referencing style 

JRIPE uses a numbered citation (citation-sequence, or Vancouver) referencing style. References are listed in the order in which they appear in the text, and citations are indicated by numbers in brackets. 

Language requirements  

Manuscripts must be written in clear and accessible academic English. Submissions with high quality writing in English will ensure that what you have prepared is communicated clearly and will increase the chance of publication. 

Authors are responsible for ensuring the linguistic quality of their submission prior to review and publication. Submissions may be returned for revision if the language does not allow for adequate evaluation of the content. 

Before submitting, authors should ensure that: 

  • The manuscript fits the journal’s scope  
  • All authors have approved the submission  
  • The manuscript is anonymized for double-blind review  
  • References and formatting are consistent and use Vancouver style 

Language Editing 

JRIPE does not provide language editing services. However, Curie is an AI service that reviews writing quality and makes suggestions for improvements. Manuscripts can be uploaded to Curie. The program will provide suggestions on grammar, phrasing, and writing style.  

 

Article Types 

JRIPE accepts the following types of manuscripts:  

  1. Empirical Research Articles using mixed methods, quantitative, and qualitative approaches 
  • 4000-6000 words, excluding abstract, tables, and references 
  • Structure: Abstract (150 words), Introduction, Background, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion 
  • Maximum 5 tables and figures 
  1. Short Reports that describe work in progress or completed studies
  • Up to 2500 words, excluding abstract, tables, and references 
  • Structure: Abstract (150 words), Introduction, Background, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion 
  • Maximum 3 tables  
  • Limit of 15 references 
  1. Review Articles, including but not limited to systematic, scoping, and realist reviews
  • Up to 6000 words, excluding abstract, tables, and references 
  • Structure: Abstract (150 words), Introduction, Background, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion 
  • A PRISMA-style flow diagram for systematic and scoping reviews 
  • Maximum 5 tables and figures 
  1. Theoretical/Conceptual Articles that advance interprofessional education and practice
  • Up to 6000 words, excluding abstract, tables, and references 
  • Structure: Abstract (150 words), Introduction, Background, Theory development or Conceptual framework, Implications and Discussion, and Conclusion 
  1. Book Reviews that provide a summary and evaluate usefulness to the intended audience
  • Up to 1500 words 
  • Include:  
  • bibliographic information: author, title, date, publisher, page count, ISBN);  
  • Introduction, including book details, such as title, author(s), genre; 
  • Context, for instance, author(s) background, how book fits into the IPECP literature;  
  • Book’s overarching opinion or central argument;  
  • Summary, or recap of main topic  
  • Critical analysis (what worked, what didn’t, evidence to support your claims); 
  • Conclusion.