The International Journal of Communication and Media Studies (IJCMS) is a peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal that publishes high-quality original research articles, review papers, and concept papers in the broad fields of communication, media, and related disciplines. The journal is published twice a year, in June and December. All submissions must follow the guidelines outlined in this document and the official manuscript template.
Manuscripts must be written in English or Malay, using clear, concise, and academically appropriate language.
IJCMS accepts the following article types:
Research Articles
Between 4,500 – 6,000 words (including references, tables, and appendices). These present original empirical or theoretical research in communication and media studies.
Concept Papers
Between 3,000 – 5,000 words (including references). These discuss theoretical models, frameworks, or propose new perspectives in the field.
Font: Times New Roman, size 12
Spacing: Single
Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
Paper Size: A4
File Format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
Citation Style: APA 7th Edition
Page Limit: Maximum of 25 pages, including references
The official manuscript template can be downloaded from the journal’s website.
Manuscripts should be organized as follows:
a. Title Page
Concise and descriptive title
Full names of all authors
Institutional affiliations with complete postal addresses
Corresponding author designation (marked with an asterisk *) and email address
b. Abstract
Structured abstract of 150–250 words, covering purpose, method, findings, and implications
No citations or undefined abbreviations
c. Keywords
3–5 relevant keywords, separated by commas
d. Main Body
Introduction (including background, literature review, and research objectives)
Methodology
Results / Findings
Discussion
Conclusion
e. Acknowledgements
Recognize funding bodies, institutions, or individuals who contributed but are not listed as authors
Example: This work was supported by [Funding Agency] under Grant No. [XXXXX].
f. Conflict of Interest Statement
Declare any potential conflicts
Example: The authors declare no conflicts of interest related to this publication.
g. Ethics Statement
Required for studies involving human participants, animals, or sensitive data
Example: This research was approved by the [Name of Ethics Committee], Ref No. XXX.
If not applicable: This research did not involve human or animal participants.
h. Data Availability Statement
Indicate where and how data can be accessed
Example: The data supporting this study are available from the corresponding author upon request.
i. References
Follow APA 7th edition formatting
All in-text citations must appear in the reference list and vice versa
j. Tables and Figures
Insert tables and figures within the text, near where they are first mentioned
Number them sequentially (Table 1, Figure 1, etc.)
Include titles and, where applicable, sources
If reusing materials, obtain permission and cite appropriately
Manuscripts must be submitted via the journal’s official email or online submission portal (link provided on the website). A cover letter should accompany all submissions.
IJCMS follows a double-blind peer review process. Authors must respond to reviewer comments and submit revised manuscripts within 2–4 weeks. Failure to revise within the given timeframe may result in withdrawal of the manuscript.
All articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) license. Authors retain copyright and grant the journal the right to publish.
IJCMS adheres to strict publication ethics. Plagiarism, falsification of data, or unethical authorship practices will result in rejection or retraction.
Manuscripts can be withdrawn before acceptance upon written request. Retractions after acceptance will only be considered under exceptional and justified circumstances.
Upon acceptance, a final proof will be sent to the corresponding author. Only one round of corrections is permitted. Delays in returning proofs may postpone publication.
All personal information provided by authors will be used solely for editorial and publishing purposes and will not be disclosed to third parties.
Articles are indexed with complete metadata (title, authors, abstract, keywords) to ensure accessibility in academic databases and search engines.
All published articles are digitally preserved through the IJCMS archiving system and partner repositories to ensure long-term accessibility.
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