Author Guidelines
 

These instructions are for authors to prepare and submit manuscripts in a clear and standardised way. Adhering to these guidelines will help ensure timely processing and publication.

Please read this section before submitting your manuscript.

Scope of Submission

Original research on archaeology and related topics is welcome. Papers must be within the journal's remit and advance scholarly knowledge.

The research should involve clear methodology, correct data and interpretation.

Manuscript Preparation

Manuscripts should be well-organised and easy to read. The typical article will contain:

Title of the article
Abstract (summary of the article)
Keywords
Introduction
Methods, analysis or fieldwork
Results and discussion
Conclusion
References

Sections should be well-written and organised.

Formatting Guidelines

Authors should ensure that:

The text is clear and properly formatted
Appropriate headings and subheadings are included
Figures and tables are properly titled and positioned
Footnotes and references are formatted consistently

The manuscript should be submitted in a readable file format as per the journal's instructions.

Originality & Ethics

Mandatory

Authors must ensure that:

The manuscript is original and has not been published before
The manuscript is not under review elsewhere
All sources are properly cited
Data and results are accurately presented

There should be no plagiarism or double submission.

References

The manuscript should cite all sources. Authors should:

Use a consistent reference style
Ensure accuracy of citations
Cite all sources referred to

Submission & Review Process

Manuscripts can be submitted at any time. Before you submit, make sure that:

The manuscript is complete
All required sections are included
Author details are correct

Manuscripts may be rejected if they are incomplete.

 

All manuscripts are refereed. If revisions are required:

Authors should respond to comments clearly
Amendments should be made to the manuscript
Revised files should be submitted within the given time

Final Preparation

After acceptance, the manuscript is ready for publication. The final draft may be sent to the authors for approval.

 

Contact: Authors can contact the journal via the contact details on the website for any queries about submission and formatting.

Final Note

Adhering to these guidelines ensures manuscripts are handled smoothly. Well-formatted manuscripts allow for a smoother review process and quicker publication times.

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