JCCS Policy � Section D.4
Manuscript Types and Article Specifications
Accepted Categories of Scholarly Contributions in Communication and Cultural Studies
Journal of Communication and Cultural Studies (JCCS) accepts manuscripts written in clear academic English or Bahasa Indonesia across the following peer-reviewed categories:
| Manuscript Category | Word Count | Min. References | Required Structure & Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Original Research Article | 4,000 � 7,500 words | ? 25 sources (80% primary journals, last 10 yrs) | Full empirical studies (qualitative, quantitative, mixed-methods, ethnography, semiotics, framing/discourse analysis, or netnography) formatted in IMRaD: Introduction, Literature Review/Theoretical Framework, Research Method, Results and Discussion, Conclusion. |
| 2. Critical Cultural & Media Review | 5,000 � 8,000 words | ? 40 primary sources | Systematic literature reviews, meta-syntheses, or critical theoretical essays synthesizing major paradigms in communication theory, media sociology, or cultural anthropology. |
| 3. Visual & Ethnographic Case Study | 3,500 � 6,000 words | ? 20 sources | In-depth field case analyses of indigenous rituals, visual media texts, films, cultural artifacts, or community communication interventions with rigorous analytical framing. |
All submissions must include an informative Abstract (150�250 words) and 3�5 Keywords in English (and Bahasa Indonesia if the manuscript is written in Indonesian), and adhere to APA Style (7th Edition) referencing.