Author Guidelines

AUTHOR GUIDELINES: SATYA WACANA LAW REVIEW (SWLR)

  1. General Requirements
  • Word Count: Manuscripts must be between 5,000 and 7,000 words in length, excluding the bibliography.
  • Reference Quality: A minimum of 80% of all cited sources must be derived from journal articles.
  • Currency of Sources: Cited journal articles must have been published within the last 7 years to ensure the relevance of the research.
  1. Manuscript Structure The manuscript should be organized according to the following structure:
  • Article Title: Must be concise and limited to a maximum of 14 words.
  • Author Identification: Listed below the title, including the Author's Name, Affiliation, and Email address.
  • Abstract:
    • Must be provided in both English and Indonesian.
    • Should present the research background, context, and identify the specific problem or need that prompted the study.
    • Must explain the main objectives, hypotheses, and the research questions to be answered.
    • Research findings should be presented succinctly, highlighting significant information.
    • The abstract must conclude with a summary of implications, contributions to the relevant field, and recommendations for future research or practical applications.
  • Keywords: Include five phrases that describe the article, separated by commas (,) and not semicolons (;).
  • Introduction:
    • Provides general context and identifies the specific legal issue or problem.
    • Explains the main objectives, scope of discussion, and focuses the analysis using research questions.
    • Includes a brief literature review to demonstrate the manuscript's contribution to existing knowledge.
    • Must end with a "roadmap paragraph" that outlines the structure of the subsequent sections.
  • Research Method:
    • For doctrinal research, a separate methodology section is generally not required and should not be included in the introduction.
    • A methodology section is mandatory if the article utilizes non-doctrinal, socio-legal, or other interdisciplinary approaches.
  • Results and Discussion:
    • This section contains the results of the analysis and a thorough discussion regarding the research objectives.
    • It must provide direct answers to the legal issues and research questions raised in the introduction.
  • Conclusion:
    • Summarizes the core findings and emphasizes the main message of the article.
    • Explains how the results answer the research questions and identifies contributions to science or practice.
    • May include practical or theoretical implications, suggestions for further research, and a discussion of limitations.
  1. Citations and Bibliography
  • Citation Style: All references must be formatted as footnotes.
  • Referencing Standard: Authors must strictly adhere to the OSCOLA (Oxford University Standard for Citation of Legal Authorities) guidelines.

Bibliography: The list of references at the end of the manuscript must be categorized by source type, specifically: Books, Journals, and Scientific Articles (including theses)