Manuscript Template
Dialogues in Humanities and Social Sciences
Title of the Manuscript (Bold, 14 pt, Title Case, Centre Aligned)
First Author¹*, Second Author², Third Author³
¹ Department, University, City, Country
² Department, University, City, Country
³ Department, University, City, Country
Corresponding Author
Email:
ORCID:
Abstract
The abstract should not exceed 250 words. It should briefly describe the background, objectives, methodology, major findings, and implications of the study. Avoid citations and abbreviations wherever possible.
Keywords: 5–7 keywords separated by semicolons.
1. Introduction
The introduction should clearly explain the research problem, significance of the study, objectives, research questions (if applicable), and relevant literature.
2. Literature Review
Write literature review here.
- Present current scholarly literature.
- Identify research gaps.
- Develop theoretical or conceptual framework where appropriate.
3. Methodology
Include:
- Research Design
- Study Area
- Population
- Sampling Technique
- Sample Size
- Data Collection
- Research Instrument
- Reliability/Validity
- Ethical Considerations
- Data Analysis
4. Results
Insert tables and figures (if any).
(Insert Figure)
Figure 1
Title of Figure
Source: Authors.
5. Discussion
- Discuss findings.
- Compare findings with previous studies.
- Explain theoretical and practical implications.
6. Conclusion
- Summarize major findings.
- Avoid introducing new information.
7. Recommendations
(Optional)
Funding Statement
State funding. (for example: This research received no specific grant from any funding agency in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors.)
Conflict of Interest
Declare conflicts. The authors declare no conflict of interest.
Author Contributions
Describe contributions.
| Author | Contribution |
|---|---|
| Author 1 | Conceptualization, Writing |
| Author 2 | Data Collection, Analysis |
| Author 3 | Supervision |
Data Availability Statement
State availability. (The data supporting the findings of this study are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request).
References
APA 7th edition. References should follow the APA 7th Edition style.
Book: Author, A. A. (2023). Book title. Publisher.
Journal Article: Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (2025). Article title. Journal Name, 4(2), 25–40. https://doi.org/xxxxx
Website: Author/Organization. (2025). Title. URL
Formatting Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Paper Size | A4 |
| Margins | 1 inch on all sides |
| Font | Times New Roman |
| Title | 16 pt Bold |
| Main Headings | 14 pt Bold |
| Subheadings | 12 pt Bold |
| Body Text | 12 pt |
| Line Spacing | 1.5 |
| Alignment | Justified |
| Paragraph | First line indent 0.5 inch |
| Page Numbers | Bottom Centre |
| Language | English (UK or US consistently) |
| Referencing | APA 7th Edition |
| Maximum Similarity | ≤19% Overall, ≤3% Single Source |
Tables
- Number consecutively.
- Title above the table.
- Source below the table.
- Do not use vertical lines.
Figures
- High resolution (minimum 300 dpi)
- Caption below the figure.
- Number consecutively.
Equations
- Center aligned.
- Number on the right.
Example:
Y = β0 + β1X + ε
(1)
Footnotes
Avoid unless absolutely necessary.
Appendix
Appendix A
- Questionnaire
- Interview Guide
- Survey Instrument
