Subject Editorial Boards and Journal Submissions
The BILT Student Research Journal provides an excellent opportunity for students to gain practical, professional experience in academic publishing through joining the Editorial Board. The Editorial Board receive training and guidance in academic editing and publishing practices, as well as developing key skills in project management, publicity, publishing, and editing.
We are currently accepting applications for the 2025/26 Student Research Journal Editorial Boards.
The BILT Student Research Journal is built on an ethos of collaboration, creating a culture of pride and value in exceptional undergraduate and postgraduate-taught research, and encouraging the engagement of students as co-producers and facilitators of their own work. The Subject Editorial Boards are essential to this, carrying out a rigorous peer-review process and providing critical, lively feedback.
What can you gain from being part of a Subject Editorial Board?
- Develop editorial skills and being part of an editorial team
- Acquire experience in the scholarly publication process
- Gain skills in leadership, collaboration, analysis, teamwork, and problem solving
- Great experience for those interested in a career in academia, publishing, journalism, or editorial practice
- Become a more confident researcher and decision maker
- Shape important debates in your subject
Editorial Roles Application
Applications for this year's are currently open. Please find the application forms for Editorial Boards here.
The Deputy Editor-in-Chief position is the most senior student position available. You will directly report to the Editor-in-Chief. Your responsibilities include: 1. Assist the Editor-in-Chief in communications, promotions, and management; 2. Organise Meetings with Editorial Boards of Different Subjects; 3. Oversee the development of the full journal and the magazine. This role is best suited to PGT and PGR students.
Copy Editors are responsible for the design and the call for the artwork of the full journal and the magazine. We encourage all UG, PGT, and PGR students with backgrounds or experiences in artwork, design, or marketing to get involved.
Subject Editors are responsible for the whole process of each subject. You will directly report to the Editor-in-Chief and Deputy Editor-in-Chief. For your subject, you need to lead the Editorial Board, organise the call for papers, and oversee the peer review process. Owing to the responsibility and experience needed for this role, this role is best suited to students in your third year and above.
Peer Reviewers are members of the Subject Editorial Board. You can review of articles submitted, suggest improvements and decide which submissions will be published. You may also need to help the Subject Editors and Deputy Editors establish guidelines for submissions in your subject.