Author Guidelines
International Journal of Social Sciences, Language and Linguistics (IJSSLL)
Scope of Submissions
Manuscripts must fall within the journal’s academic scope, including Social Sciences, Linguistics, Language Studies, Education, Communication, Cultural Studies, and interdisciplinary research related to language and society.
Types of Manuscripts
- Original Research Articles
- Review Articles (Systematic/Narrative)
- Theoretical Papers
- Case Studies
- Short Communications
- Book Reviews (by invitation)
Language Requirements
Manuscripts should be written in clear, concise, and formal academic English. Authors are responsible for ensuring the linguistic accuracy, grammatical correctness, and overall quality of the manuscript before submission. Careful proofreading is strongly recommended.
The journal primarily publishes articles in English. However, manuscripts submitted in languages other than English may also be considered for publication, subject to editorial approval, and will be published in a Special Issue. To ensure international visibility and discoverability, the title, abstract, and keywords must be provided in both English and the manuscript's original language.
Manuscript Structure
- Title Page (Title, Author details, Affiliations)
- Abstract (150–250 words)
- Keywords (4–6)
- Introduction
- Literature Review
- Methodology
- Results & Discussion
- Conclusion
- References (APA 7th Edition preferred)
Formatting Guidelines
- Font: Times New Roman
- Size: 12 (Text), 10 (Footnotes)
- Line Spacing: 1.5
- Margins: 1 inch
- File Format: .doc / .docx
Plagiarism Policy
All submissions must be original. The journal maintains a strict similarity threshold of 10–15%. Plagiarism or unethical duplication will lead to rejection.
Ethical Standards
- No fabrication or falsification of data
- Proper citation of sources
- No simultaneous submissions
- Disclosure of conflicts of interest
Peer Review Process
All manuscripts undergo double-blind peer review. The process includes editorial screening, expert review, revisions, and final decision. Typical duration: 2–6 weeks.
Submission Process
Authors must submit manuscripts via the official journal email or submission portal. Required documents include manuscript file, title page, and cover letter.
Copyright & Licensing
Authors retain copyright while granting the journal first publication rights. Open-access distribution may apply depending on journal policy.
Publication Charges
Article Processing Charges (if applicable) are communicated after acceptance. No hidden fees are charged.
Contact Information
International Journal of Social Sciences, Language and Linguistics (IJSSLL)
Email: editor.ijssll@randspublications.org