Submission Guidelines
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
• 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
• 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
• Research Methodology / Fieldwork Details
• Findings and Analysis
• Discussion
• Conclusion
• References
References
• Clearly list all references
• Be consistent with your style
• 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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