About the Journal
Focus and Scope
Sam Ratulangi Politics Review (SRPolRev) is a political science journal committed to publishing original research articles across key disciplinary areas:
Comparative Politics Political Communication Public Policy Political Parties Elections (Indonesia & Asia-Pacific) Local Governance International Politics Area Studies Security Studies
Language: Accepts manuscripts in Bahasa Indonesia or English.
Publication Frequency: Published 3 times a year (March, July, and November).
Publisher: Study Program of Politics, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Sam Ratulangi University.
Peer Review Process
The Editor-in-Chief assigns manuscripts to the Managing Editor for further handling. All submissions undergo a double-blind peer-review process conducted by at least two expert reviewers to ensure maximum academic rigor and objectivity.
1
Manuscript Submission
Submitted online by the author. (Route 1)
2
Initial Check & Plagiarism Screening
Conducted by managers and editors. Plagiarism check via Turnitin is mandatory before desk selection. (Route 2)
3
Peer Reviewing Process
Evaluated by appointed double-blind peer reviewers. (Route 3–4)
4
Notification of Decision
Editor notifies the author regarding acceptance, required revisions, or rejection based on review results. (Route 5)
5
Paper Revision & Resubmission
Author revises the paper according to reviewer notes and resubmits it. (Route 1)
6
Final Acceptance & Publishing
Notification of acceptance issued, followed by galley proof preparation and publication. (Route 6–8)
