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What we do

Service area

Research and evaluation

Evidence-based policy development, better decisions and new knowledge in the fields where we work.

01Research

Research that informs projects and policy

Smart Leap is dedicated to advancing evidence-based policy development, improving decision-making and expanding knowledge in areas such as sustainable environment, circular economy, social inclusion, vocational education and training, and sustainable development.

Our research services help partners design and implement projects that contribute to sustainable development and positive social change.

02Fields

Where we do research

  • Vocational education and training

    Skills needs, inclusive provision and the link between schools and companies.

  • Social inclusion

    Barriers and pathways for women, migrants, people with disabilities and other under-represented groups.

  • Sustainable environment

    Environmental education and sustainable practice in families, communities and organisations.

  • Circular economy

    Knowledge and skills for a circular, resource-efficient economy.

  • Sustainable development

    Contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals through education and research.

  • Monitoring and evaluation

    Evidence collection and learning loops during piloting, and reports that assess engagement and outcomes.

03How a study runs

From the question to the recommendation

  1. Scoping

    Questions, target groups and methods agreed with the partners.

  2. Desk research

    Policies, statistics and literature reviewed and summarised.

  3. Field work

    Surveys, focus groups and interviews with learners, trainers and employers.

  4. Analysis and reporting

    Findings and recommendations that feed into the next project phase.

Work with us

Let's cooperate on your next project

EU consortium

You are preparing an Erasmus+, CERV or Horizon Europe proposal and need a partner in Germany for training, digital learning, research or dissemination.

Invite us to a consortium

School, chamber or company

You need inclusive training or a learning platform, or you want to take part in the German Centre of Vocational Excellence for Diversity.

Talk to us