About the Journal

ISSN 2822-0986 (Online)

  JSHRA (formerly known as the Prince of Songkla University Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities) is a national academic journal published every four months (three issues per year). JSHRA aims to promote and support faculty members, scholars, researchers, and students both domestically and internationally by providing an opportunity to present research and academic works for the dissemination and exchange of knowledge, particularly new insights in the fields of social sciences and humanities. The academic works accepted for publication include research articles, academic articles, and review articles.

The manuscript submitted for publication consideration must not have been previously published in any journal or publication (except for research reports and theses) and must not be under consideration for publication in any other journal. The editorial board will send the article to at least three experts in the relevant field for peer review to assess its quality. Authors must revise their articles according to the reviewers' suggestions and obtain approval from the editorial board before publication.

Area Covered:
1. Economics and Development Studies  Research on economic systems, development strategies, trade networks, financial policies, and market dynamics in Asia. Focus areas include:

  • Sustainable and inclusive growth
  • Inequality and poverty alleviation
  • Labor market transitions and entrepreneurship
  • Globalization and digital transformation of economies

2. Human and Social Dynamics  Studies of human behavior, social structures, and cultural change in Asian contexts. Topics include:

  • Sociology, anthropology, and psychology
  • Mental health and wellbeing in communities
  • Social cohesion, conflict, and resilience
  • The role of social policy in shaping equitable societie

3. Political Science and Governance  This pillar examines power, institutions, and decision-making processes shaping Asian societies. Areas of interest include:

  • Political systems and governance in Asia
  • Public policy and administration
  • Democracy, authoritarianism, and hybrid regimes
  • Civil society, participation, and grassroots movements
  • International relations and Asia’s role in global governance

4. Humanities and Cultural Inquiry Scholarship on cultural heritage, identity, and expression in Asia. Topics include:

  • Philosophy, ethics, and belief systems in Asian thought
  • History, memory, and historiography
  • Arts, literature, and aesthetics as reflections of societal change
  • The role of cultural narratives in shaping modern Asian identities

Publication Schedule:
Issue 1: January – April
Issue 2: May-August
Issue 3: September – December

 

Types of Manuscript:
1. Research Article
2. Academic Article
3. Review Article

Quality Assessment: 

Manuscripts considered for publication undergo peer review by at least three peer reviewers in the relevant field in a double-blind format. Approval from the editorial board is also required.

Publication Fee:

There is No Fee or Charge in any stage of publication process.

Languages for Articles 
Thai and English

Number of Aritcles
6-8 Aritcles