Submission Guidelines
 

IJRDO Journal of Archaeology has specific guidelines for authors to prepare and submit their manuscripts in a systematic and appropriate manner. This is to help the peer-review process run efficiently and to uphold the standard of research.

Manuscript Preparation

Please ensure that before you submit your manuscript:

Your manuscript is original and has not been published anywhere else
The manuscript is written in good English
The manuscript has been approved by all authors
The paper is proofread for grammar, readability and format
Archaeological information, results and citations are correct
Research and excavation ethics are adhered to

File Format

Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
Plain and consistent formatting
Label tables, figures, site photos and maps as such
Use symbols, measurements, and references correctly

Manuscript Structure

A manuscript should consist of the following sections:

Title Page
• Title of the paper
• Name(s) of author(s)
• Institutional affiliation(s)
• Corresponding author's contact information
Abstract
• A brief description of the study
• Should include the aim, methods and outcomes of the study
Keywords
4 to 6 relevant keywords
Main Content
• Introduction
• Research Methodology / Fieldwork Details
• Findings and Analysis
• Discussion
• Conclusion
• References
References
• Clearly list all references
• Be consistent with your style

Submission Process

How to Submit
1. Create or log in to an account with the journal submission system
2. Click on "New Submission" and upload your manuscript
3. Attach all required supporting documents
4. Provide a brief cover letter on why your research is important
5. Authors can check the status of their article in their account

Ethical Requirements

The authors must adhere to the usual research ethics:

Ensure originality of the work
Avoid plagiarism and double submission
Properly cite all sources used
Adhere to archaeological research and fieldwork standards
Declare any conflicts of interest or sources of funding

Final Note

Adhering to these guidelines will facilitate a smooth review process. Authors should ensure that manuscripts are well prepared. The editors can be contacted for help if needed.

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