Author Guidelines

Starting from the 2025 edition, this journal accepts additional manuscripts beyond the Original Research articles. These new types include research articles, review articles, short reports or letters, case studies, and methodologies or methods. All submitted manuscripts adhered to these guidelines. In addition, all articles must be written in English and follow the specified format and structure for each type of paper.

All types of manuscripts will undergo the peer review process, as established by the journal’s peer review standards, ensuring the quality and academic rigor of the published articles.

1. Research Articles

These articles present detailed reports of original experimental or theoretical research following a standard structure: Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion (IMRAD). For more details about this type, see the Articles page.

The Main Body of the Manuscript

Each article must include its title, author name, institution, email address, abstract, keywords, content, and references.
Written in English in accordance with scientific writing standards.
The title should be simple, concise, and informative, with no more than fourteen words.
The abstract should be written in either English or Indonesian.
The abstract is written briefly, concisely, and clearly between 150-250 words that reflect the problem (issue), research objectives, methods, and research findings. Please provide to 3-5 selected keywords (words or phrases).
Manuscripts written in Arabic must always be accompanied by an abstract and a title in English.
Manuscript length between 7000 and 10000 words; A4 size paper with 1.15 spacing, written in Book Antiqua-style font. Articles with fewer words may be considered for acceptance after content assessment, provided they demonstrate exceptional quality.
The contents of the headings consist of an introduction, a discussion (headings and subheadings are adjusted to the needs of each manuscript), and conclusions.

Introduction

The introduction should include the background of the problem, hypotheses (if any), objectives and research methods. Generally, the article is not too extensive, with approximately two pages spaced at 1.15. The introduction refers to several libraries that form the basis of theory or reason for research.

Results and Discussion

The presentation of the results and discussion were systematically written. Only the data/information results are related to the research objectives: simplify tables and use open tables, and map images are more focused on the object under study and not too large or complicated file sizes (attempted in JPG format).
The tables and figures were numbered sequentially. Footnotes and references use the 17th CMS (Chicago Manual Style) reference style.

Conclusion

The conclusion should answer the research question, which is not expressed in statistical sentences.

Footnotes and References

Footnotes and references use the 17th CMS (Chicago Manual Style) reference style. Therefore, we recommend using a reference manager application, such as Zotero, Mendeley, or Endnote.

1. Footnotes

Footnotes for textual material should be kept to a minimum and indicated by numeric superscripts such as 1, 2, and 3.
The footnotes are placed at the bottom of the relevant page.

2. Bibliography

This should be written according to the following examples.

Book: Hooker and M. Barry. Indonesian Sharia: Defining the National School of Islamic Law. Singapore: Institute of Southeast Asian Studies. 2008.
Journal: Ahmad, Syafi'i. "Initiating an Accommodative-Transformative Islamic Law in the Context of Legal Pluralism in Indonesia." Justicia Islamica: Journal of Legal and Social Studies 15, no. 1 (August 30, 2019): 1-25. https://doi.org/10.18860/ua.v18i1.4268.

2. Review Articles

Purpose and Scope

Review Articles provide a comprehensive summary of the research on a particular topic and offer critical insights into the state of the field. These articles often synthesize existing knowledge and identify research gaps, see the Review Articles page.

Title and Abstract

The title should be concise, informative, and no longer than 14 words in length. The abstract, consisting of 150–250 words, summarizes the article’s objectives, key findings, and recommendations. Include 3–5 keywords that highlight the core focus of the review.

Manuscript Length

8000–12000 words.

Structure

Introduction: The background, relevance, and scope of this review are explained.
Main Body: Organize literature based on themes, methodologies, or chronological developments. Provide critical synthesis and highlight key contributions.
Discussion: Identify gaps in the research and propose directions for future studies.
Conclusion: The findings are summarized and their implications discussed.

References

Cite a minimum of 50 references, adhering to the 17th CMS (Chicago Manual Style) format.

3. Short Reports or Letters

Purpose and Scope

These articles are designed to report brief, impactful research findings or preliminary results that require rapid dissemination, see the Reports page.

Title and Abstract

The title must be concise and limited to 10 words. The abstract, consisting of 100–150 words, briefly describes the main findings and their significance. Includes three to five relevant keywords.

Manuscript Length

2000–3000 words.

Structure

Introduction: We provide a concise overview of the research problem and context.
Main findings: The results and supporting data are presented clearly and succinctly.
Conclusion: The implications and relevance of our findings are discussed.

4. Case Studies

Purpose and Scope

Case Studies focus on specific instances or phenomena and provide detailed insights into a particular case with broader implications for research and practice, see Case Studies page.

Title and Abstract

The title should reflect the focus of the case study, which was limited to 12 words. The abstract should contain 150–200 words describing the phenomenon, context, and significance. Includes three or five keywords.

Manuscript Length

4000–6000 words.

Structure

Introduction: Outline the context and relevance of this case in a broader field.
Case Description: Provide a detailed explanation of the observed phenomenon.
Discussion: Analyze the case in relation to existing literature and interpret its broader implications.
Conclusion: Highlights key takeaways and proposes directions for future research and practice.

5. Methodologies or Methods

Purpose and Scope

Methodologies or Methods articles introduce new experimental techniques, tests, or procedures that advance research practices in their respective fields, see Methodologies.

Title and Abstract

The title must clearly describe the method or innovation with a maximum of 12 words. The abstract should be 150–200 words, explaining the purpose, novelty, and application of the method. Includes three or five keywords.

Manuscript Length

5000–7000 words.

Structure

Introduction: The rationale and background of the proposed method have been explained.
Method Description: Provide a detailed explanation of the procedure, supported by diagrams or examples if applicable.
Application and Validation: Demonstrate the effectiveness of the method using case studies or examples.
Discussion: The proposed method was compared with existing approaches to highlight its advantages.
Conclusion: This study summarizes the contributions of the method and its potential applications.

References

Cite all references in the 17th CMS (Chicago Manual Style) format.

Note: For paper types such as Review Articles, Short Reports or Letters, Case Studies, and Methodologies or Methods , authors can use the Research Articles template but must adjust the word count and subtitles to reflect the focus of the article. Questions or clarifications: please contact the editorial team for further details.