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Nomenclature in Higher Education: “non-academic” as a construct

Caldwell, Joanne

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This study explores the nomenclature surrounding professional services staff within higher education in the UK. Taking a case study method, it uses a qualitative approach to understand the term 'non-academic' to describe the diverse range of professional services roles. Both professional services and academic staff were interviewed and there is a difference in opinions among all staff as to the views around the term. It illustrates the importance of using professional services to describe staff who may not have an academic role. It evidences respect is important to individuals in whatever role they may hold within an institution. While there are several pertinent issues currently being discussed in higher education, such as educational technology and the need for vocational qualifications, this is still an important issue that has been ongoing for many years and as such still deserves attention.

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Caldwell, J. (2024). Nomenclature in Higher Education: “non-academic” as a construct. Journal of Higher Education Policy and Management, https://doi.org/10.1080/1360080X.2024.2306569

Journal Article Type Article
Acceptance Date Jan 14, 2024
Online Publication Date Jan 18, 2024
Publication Date Jan 18, 2024
Deposit Date Jan 18, 2024
Publicly Available Date Jul 19, 2025
Print ISSN 1360-080X
Publisher Routledge
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
DOI https://doi.org/10.1080/1360080X.2024.2306569
Keywords Professional Services; Nomenclature; Academic Administration

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