Focus & Scopes

The journal covers a broad spectrum of topics within media studies, reflecting the diverse and interdisciplinary nature of the field. Key areas of focus include, but are not limited to:

• Media Theory and Criticism:

Theoretical frameworks and critical perspectives on media

Media influence and power dynamics

Semiotics, ideology, and representation in media

• Digital Media and Internet Studies:

Impact of digital technologies on media production and consumption

Social media dynamics and online communities

Digital cultures and virtual environments

• Broadcast and Mass Media:

Television, radio, and film studies

News media and journalism practices

Audience studies and media reception

• Media History:

Historical developments in media and communication technologies

Archival research and media historiography

• Global and International Media:

Comparative studies of media systems

Transnational media flows and global communication

Media in the context of globalization

• Political Communication:

Media's role in politics and public opinion

Political campaigns, propaganda, and media strategies

Media regulation and policy

• Cultural Studies and Media:

Intersection of media with cultural identities and practices

Media representations of race, gender, and sexuality

Popular culture and media consumption

• Media Ethics and Law:

Ethical issues in media production and journalism

Media regulations and legal frameworks

Privacy, censorship, and intellectual property in media

• Emerging Media:

New and emerging media technologies and platforms

Virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and interactive media

Future trends in media and communication