AKSU Journal of Communication Research (AJCR)

Aim and Scope


AKSU Journal of Communication Research (AJCR) is published by the Department of Mass Communication, Akwa lbom State University, Obio Akpa Campus, P.M.B. 1167, Uyo, Akwa lbom State. The journal provides an intellectual platform for rigorous and critical analysis of issues, case studies and phenomena in the broad field of media and communication. Both qualitative and quantitative interrogation of issues in the following fields will be welcomed: journalism, broadcasting, advertising, public relations, new media (the internet, social media, mobile phones, among others) films media and ethics, development communication, health communication; telecommunications, media, technology and social change, business/organisational communication, among others. In addition, the journal welcomes such studies that use the following research designs: Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA), Content Analysis, Survey, Focus group, Experimental research, among others. The mission of the journal is to encourage and stimulate scholarship and research among young and senior academics. We make a commitment to academic integrity, quality and continuous improvements in contents.