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Overview

The Journal of International and Prospective Studies is a double-anonymous, peer-reviewed journal published by Ibn Tofail University (Morocco) and managed by the Scientific Publication Support Centre. The journal publishes scholarly contributions across the full breadth of the field of International Relations, from theoretical debates to topics of contemporary and historical significance.

The journal provides a platform for scholarly debate and analysis among researchers from the Global North and Global South. We encourage authors to engage in some meaningful way with political, economic, social, or cultural processes that cross the borders of states. To this end, the journal advocates for an open dialectical approach that can bring together the multitude of competing, overlapping, or interpenetrating conceptions of the global international order.

Articles published in our journal address explanatory puzzles, feature original research, explore topics in International Relations, or engage in disciplinary debates. While these articles often have policy implications – which authors are encouraged to highlight – these implications are secondary to their scholarly purposes. The journal aims to be a platform where a range of perspectives can thrive, where excellent research is showcased and discussed, and where narratives and voices in these discussions come from a global community.

The journal defines itself as critical, interdisciplinary, and multi-paradigmatic, combining conceptual study, political analysis, and foresight. It does not adhere to any specific theoretical, geographical, political, methodological, or epistemological stance. Emphasising theoretically aware empirical analysis and conceptual innovation, the journal aims to disseminate International Relations scholarship throughout the academic community without being confined to any particular school or approach.

Publication Frequency (Semi-annually)

The journal publishes two regular issues per year, each featuring a selection of articles on a wide range of topics pertaining to international relations and prospective analysis. The journal also releases an additional annual special issue dedicated to a specific theme. On occasion, the editors will consider proposals for additional special issues that compile research articles unified under a common theme, overseen by guest editors. Proposals for such special issues should be submitted directly to the Editor-in-Chief. Refer to Proposing a Special Issue page for more information.

Open Access Policy

The journal operates under an open access policy, making all content freely available to users and their institutions. Readers are permitted to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of articles and reviews for lawful purposes without seeking prior permission from the publisher or author. This policy aligns with the Budapest Open Access Initiative definition. All texts published in the journal are available under the Creative Commons Attribution-No Derivatives 4.0 licence. The journal does not impose any processing or submission fees for articles.

Why publish with us

As signatory of the Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), the Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment (CoARA), the Barcelona Declaration on Open Research Information, and the Budapest Open Access Initiative (BOAI), we are committed to advancing responsible, fair, and inclusive research assessment practices. These initiatives prioritise a research ecosystem that values transparency, diversity, and collaboration.

By publishing with us, you join a community dedicated to these principles, where your work is evaluated on its merit and contributions to the field, aligning with our commitment to fostering a research environment that supports meaningful and impactful research outcomes. See our Research Assessment Standards page for further details on how we prioritise a research ecosystem that values transparency, diversity, and collaboration.

Authors will enjoy:

  • Rigorous peer review of their research
  • Prompt publishing
  • Multidisciplinary audience
  • High visibility

Guidelines for preparing your manuscript can be found in the Author Guidelines. Once your manuscript is ready, you may proceed to the Submission page to complete the process.

The Journal of International and Prospective Studies strives for the highest quality, thanks to genuinely collaborative interactions between authors, editors, and reviewers. The journal supports authors, editors, and reviewers throughout all steps of the publishing process.

Gateways

Aims & Scope
Author Guidelines
Peer Review at JIPS
Open Access Policy
Editorial Process
Editorial Policies
Research Assessment Standards
Publishing Ethics