About the Journal

Media Studies is a double-blind peer-reviewed, open-access journal that publishes high-quality research in the field of media studies. The journal is dedicated to advancing the academic understanding of media and communication, exploring their societal, cultural, and technological implications. It serves as an essential platform for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to engage with innovative ideas and findings that are shaping the landscape of media and communication.

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