Aim and Scope

Aim and Scope

Aptana: Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities

Aim

Aptana: Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities is an international, peer-reviewed, and open-access scholarly journal dedicated to advancing knowledge and interdisciplinary research in the fields of social sciences and humanities. The journal provides a scientific platform for researchers, academics, policymakers, professionals, and practitioners to publish high-quality original research, theoretical studies, systematic reviews, conceptual analyses, and critical discussions that contribute to a deeper understanding of human society, culture, institutions, and contemporary social issues.

The journal encourages innovative and evidence-based research addressing social transformation, cultural diversity, public policy, governance, digital society, sustainable development, ethics, identity, and human well-being from multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary perspectives. Aptana seeks to promote scholarly dialogue that connects theoretical advancement with practical application at local, national, regional, and global levels.

Aptana is committed to publishing rigorous, ethical, original, and impactful research that enriches scholarly discourse, informs public policy and professional practice, and contributes to sustainable social and human development.

Primary Aim: To disseminate high-quality and interdisciplinary research that strengthens scholarly understanding of society, culture, institutions, human values, public policy, and sustainable development.
Scope of the Journal

The journal welcomes manuscripts in, but is not limited to, the following areas:

Social Sciences
  • Sociology
  • Anthropology
  • Political Science
  • Public Administration
  • Public Policy
  • International Relations
  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Development Studies
  • Community Development
  • Social Welfare
  • Population and Demography
  • Human Geography
  • Urban and Regional Studies
  • Environmental Social Studies
  • Criminology
  • Social Psychology
  • Organizational Studies
  • Tourism Studies
  • Cultural Economics
  • Digital Society
  • Social Innovation
  • Civil Society
  • Governance
  • Public Service
  • Sustainable Development
  • Social Entrepreneurship
Humanities
  • Philosophy
  • Ethics
  • History
  • Archaeology
  • Cultural Studies
  • Religious Studies
  • Heritage Studies
  • Language Studies
  • Linguistics
  • Applied Linguistics
  • Literature
  • Literary Criticism
  • Comparative Literature
  • Translation Studies
  • Discourse Analysis
  • Semiotics
  • Art and Design Studies
  • Performing Arts
  • Visual Culture
  • Indigenous Knowledge
  • Local Wisdom
  • Civilization Studies
The journal particularly welcomes interdisciplinary research integrating social sciences, humanities, culture, technology, governance, education, economics, communication, environmental studies, and public policy to address contemporary global challenges.
Interdisciplinary Studies
Culture and Technology Society and Education Governance and Public Policy Digital Humanities Environmental Humanities Social and Cultural Innovation Human Development Sustainable Communities
Types of Manuscripts
Original Research Articles Review Articles Systematic Literature Reviews Meta-Analyses Scoping Reviews Conceptual Papers Theoretical Papers Case Studies Policy Analyses Short Communications Research Methodologies
Research Approaches

Submissions employing the following approaches are encouraged:

Quantitative Research Qualitative Research Mixed Methods Research Case Study Comparative Research Ethnography Phenomenology Grounded Theory Historical Research Narrative Inquiry Action Research Participatory Research Systematic Review (PRISMA) Meta-analysis Bibliometric Analysis Scientometric Analysis
Publication Priority

Priority is given to manuscripts that:

  • Present original and significant scholarly contributions.
  • Demonstrate methodological rigor and ethical research practices.
  • Address emerging issues in social sciences and humanities.
  • Foster interdisciplinary, comparative, and international perspectives.
  • Contribute to evidence-based policymaking, professional practice, and sustainable societal development.
  • Support the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to poverty reduction, quality education, gender equality, reduced inequalities, sustainable cities, peace, justice, and strong institutions.
Sustainable Development Orientation
No Poverty Quality Education Gender Equality Reduced Inequalities Sustainable Cities Peace and Justice Strong Institutions Sustainable Communities
Keywords
Social Sciences Humanities Sociology Anthropology Political Science Public Policy Communication Cultural Studies Philosophy History Linguistics Literature Governance Digital Society Sustainable Development Human Development Interdisciplinary Research
Journal: Aptana: Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities | Main Fields: Social Sciences and Humanities | Access: Open Access