Aims & Scope

Al-Turath Journal of Media Studies (ATJMS) is a peer-reviewed, open-access international journal dedicated to the timely dissemination of high-quality original research and comprehensive review articles across the broad field of media and communication studies. Its primary aim is to foster scholarly dialogue, advance theoretical and applied research, and facilitate the exchange of innovative ideas among the global media and communication research community. ATJMS provides a scholarly platform for researchers, academics, practitioners, and students to publish their work, contribute to the advancement of knowledge, and address contemporary issues and challenges arising from the rapidly evolving media environment. The journal is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity, ethical publishing practices, and rigorous peer review to ensure the credibility and impact of its published research.

Al-Turath Journal of Media Studies (ATJMS) welcomes submissions addressing theoretical perspectives, empirical investigations, methodological developments, and practical applications within media and communication studies. Its scope encompasses, but is not limited to, the following areas:

  • Media and Communication Theories
  • Digital Media and Social Networks
  • Journalism and News Studies
  • Broadcasting, Radio, and Television Studies
  • Public Relations and Strategic Communication
  • Advertising and Marketing Communication
  • Political Communication and Public Opinion
  • Media Ethics, Law, and Regulation
  • Media Technology and Artificial Intelligence
  • Film, Cinema, and Visual Communication
  • Media Audiences and Reception Studies
  • Intercultural and International Communication

We encourage interdisciplinary research that connects media and communication studies with fields such as sociology, psychology, political science, economics, cultural studies, information technology, and education, particularly studies that offer innovative theoretical perspectives or meaningful practical applications.