1. Paper Length:
Full papers should be between 4,000 and 6,000 words, including references, tables, and figures.
2. Paper Structure:
Full papers must be organised into the following sections:
Title Page:
Title: Concise and informative, avoiding abbreviations.
Author Information: Names, affiliations, and contact details of all authors. Clearly indicate the corresponding author.
Abstract: A 250-300 word summary of the paper’s key points.
Keywords: 4-6 keywords that represent the main topics of the paper.
Introduction:
Provide background information, the context of the study, and state the research objectives.
Literature Review:
Summarise relevant previous research and identify gaps that the current study addresses.
Methodology:
Detailed description of the research design, materials, participants, procedures, and analysis methods.
Results:
Present the findings clearly with appropriate use of tables and figures.
Discussion:
Interpret the results, discussing their implications and how they relate to existing knowledge.
Conclusion:
Summarise the key findings, their significance, and suggest directions for future research.
References:
List all references cited in the paper in APA format (or your specified citation style).
3. Formatting:
Manuscripts must be written in English and formatted as follows:
Font: Times New Roman, size 12.
Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides.
Spacing: Double-spaced throughout, including references.
Page Numbers: Bottom center of each page.
Section Headings: Use a consistent style for headings and subheadings.
4. Figures and Tables:
Include figures and tables within the text, placed as close as possible to where they are first referenced.
Each figure and table must have a caption and be numbered consecutively.
5. Citations and References:
All sources cited in the text must be included in the reference list.
Follow the APA (or your specified style) citation guidelines for both in-text citations and the reference list.
6. Submission Process:
Full papers must be submitted through the QSC Conference online submission system.
Accepted file formats are .doc or .docx.
7. Review Process:
All submitted papers will undergo a double-blind peer review process.
Authors will receive feedback and notification of the acceptance status via email by the specified deadline.
8. Ethical Standards:
Ensure the manuscript is original and has not been published or submitted elsewhere.
Authors must adhere to ethical standards in research and writing, including proper citation and avoiding plagiarism.
9. Contact Information:
For any queries or further assistance, please contact the QSC Conference QSC by filling the ‘Contact Us’ form on the conference website.
