Focus and Scope

Global Journal of Communication Science (GJCOM) is a peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes original, high-quality, and rigorously reviewed research in communication studies. The journal prioritizes contributions that demonstrate clear theoretical advancement, strong empirical evidence, and methodological rigor, with relevance to contemporary communication issues at local, national, and global levels.

The journal welcomes empirical, theoretical, and interdisciplinary studies that critically examine communication processes, media systems, and information exchange in various social, cultural, political, and economic contexts. Particular emphasis is placed on research that engages with digital transformation, media convergence, data-driven communication, and global information flows.

GJCOM aims to advance communication science by promoting evidence-based research, fostering critical and interdisciplinary perspectives, and supporting the development of effective communication strategies and policies. The journal positions itself as a platform for high-impact scholarship with strong international visibility and citation potential.

Scope

1. Communication Theory and Research Methods

• Classical and contemporary communication theories
• Quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research
• Experimental and computational communication research

2. Mass Communication and Media Studies

• Media systems and media institutions
• News production and journalism studies
• Media content and audience analysis
• Media effects and public opinion

3. Digital Media and Communication Technology

• Digital communication and social media
• Platform economy and algorithmic communication
• Artificial intelligence and communication
• Data-driven communication and analytics

4. Strategic Communication

• Public relations and corporate communication
• Brand communication and reputation management
• Political communication and campaign strategy
• Crisis communication and risk communication

5. Interpersonal and Organizational Communication

• Interpersonal interaction and relationship communication
• Group and team communication
• Organizational communication and leadership
• Internal communication and workplace dynamics

6. Cultural and Global Communication

• Intercultural communication
• Global media and transnational communication
• Communication and cultural identity
• Globalization and communication flows

7. Political Communication and Public Discourse

• Political messaging and media framing
• Public opinion and democratic processes
• Digital politics and online participation
• Disinformation and media literacy

8. Health and Science Communication

• Health communication and public health campaigns
• Science communication and knowledge dissemination
• Risk communication and behavior change

9. Communication Ethics, Law, and Policy

• Media ethics and professional standards
• Communication law and regulation
• Freedom of expression and information rights
• Digital governance and platform regulation

10. Creative Industries and Media Innovation

• Creative economy and media industries
• Content production and distribution
• Innovation in media and communication
• Audience engagement and monetization

Editorial Emphasis

• Clear research gap and originality
• Strong theoretical contribution
• Robust, transparent, and reproducible methodology
• International relevance and comparative analysis
• Policy relevance and practical implications
• Use of recent and high-quality international references