Aims and Scope

The Academic Journal of Social Sciences aims to promote excellence in research by publishing high-quality empirical, theoretical, and review articles that address significant issues within the social sciences. The journal serves as a forum for scholarly discussion, critical inquiry, and the dissemination of innovative research findings.

Areas of Interest

The journal welcomes original manuscripts in, but not limited to, the following disciplines:

  • Mass Communication and Media Studies
  • Political Science and International Relations
  • Sociology
  • Psychology
  • Economics
  • Public Administration
  • Management and Administrative Sciences
  • Human Geography
  • Education
  • Development Studies
  • Public Policy and Governance
  • Gender Studies
  • Cultural Studies
  • Social Work
  • Interdisciplinary Social Science Research

Submissions that contribute to theory development, policy formulation, professional practice, and societal advancement are particularly encouraged.

Editorial Policy

AJSS follows a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure the quality, credibility, and integrity of published research. Manuscripts are evaluated based on:

  • Originality and significance of research
  • Methodological soundness
  • Theoretical contribution
  • Clarity of presentation
  • Relevance to the journal's scope

The editorial decision of the Editor-in-Chief, based on reviewers' recommendations, is final.

Open Access Policy

AJSS is an open-access journal. All published articles are freely available to readers worldwide without subscription or access fees. The journal believes that unrestricted access to research promotes greater knowledge exchange and wider dissemination of scholarly work.

Publication Ethics

AJSS adheres to internationally recognized publication ethics and best practices. Authors, reviewers, and editors are expected to uphold the principles of:

  • Research integrity
  • Transparency
  • Confidentiality
  • Objectivity
  • Avoidance of plagiarism
  • Proper citation and acknowledgment of sources

Any form of academic misconduct, including plagiarism, data fabrication, duplicate publication, or unethical research practices, will result in immediate rejection or retraction.