Aims & Scope

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

Kertas of Information and Communication Science (KICS) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal published by KertasSci, dedicated to the dissemination of original research in all areas of information and communication science. The journal aims to advance scholarly understanding through empirical studies, theoretical frameworks, and interdisciplinary approaches that explore the evolving roles of information systems, communication technologies, and digital media in contemporary society.

KICS aspires to be a nexus between academic insight and real-world impact by fostering intellectual exchange among global researchers, practitioners, and innovators. The journal is committed to publishing high-quality, forward-thinking, and impactful research that contributes to the development of knowledge in information management, communication practices, media studies, and digital transformation.

All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process, and the journal is published in English to ensure broad international visibility and engagement.

SCOPE

KICS provides a scholarly platform for diverse contributions that deepen understanding and advance practices in the fields of information and communication science. The journal welcomes original research articles, literature reviews, theoretical essays, and case studies on topics including, but not limited to:

  • Information Systems and Knowledge Management

  • Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)

  • Digital Communication and Media Studies

  • Information Behavior and User Experience (UX)

  • Data Science and Information Analytics

  • Artificial Intelligence in Communication

  • E-Government and Digital Governance

  • Cybersecurity and Privacy

  • Communication Theory and Discourse Analysis

  • Computational Communication and Social Media Analytics

  • ICT for Development (ICT4D)

  • Journalism, Broadcasting, and New Media

  • Library and Information Science

  • Organizational Communication

  • Media Literacy and Digital Inclusion

  • Technology and Society

  • Ethics and Policy in Information and Communication

  • Interdisciplinary Studies linking ICT with Social, Cultural, and Economic Systems

  • Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods in ICT

Submissions in emerging or cross-disciplinary areas that push the boundaries of traditional information and communication studies are especially encouraged.