The Journal of Arts and Thai Studies (ARTS), formerly known as the Journal of the Faculty of Arts at Silpakorn University, is a peer-reviewed journal covering Humanities, Social Sciences, and Fine Arts. It was established in 1975.

Journal Details

• Journal of Arts and Thai Studies (ARTS)
• Journal Abbreviation: ARTS
• Online ISSN: 2774-1419
• Start Year: 2022
• Languages: Thai and English
• Free Access: Immediate
• Publication Fee: Free of charge
• Issues per Year (2022): Published tri-annually:
• Issue 1: January-April
• Issue 2: May-August
• Issue 3: September-December

Aims and Scope

ARTS is a scholarly journal that follows a rigorous double-blind peer-review process. It is an online, open-access journal published every four months and overseen by the Faculty of Arts at Silpakorn University. The journal is dedicated to publishing original, high-quality research articles, review articles, and book reviews in the fields of humanities, social sciences, fine arts, and topics related to Thai studies.

Scope of Topics ARTS welcomes manuscripts on a wide range of subjects, including:

• Humanities: Encompassing language, literature, and linguistics, with a focus on their structure, usage, and cultural impacts.
• Social Sciences: Including history, sociology, anthropology, economics, geography, library and information science, political science, philosophy, religion, and cultural studies, examining human behavior and societal dynamics.
• Fine Arts: Covering visual arts, performing arts, music, and art history, emphasizing creative expression and its historical and cultural significance.

Additionally, ARTS encourages articles exploring Thai studies across various disciplines, such as language, culture, traditions, arts, politics, and administration. The journal provides a platform for comprehensive research and scholarly discourse.

ARTS publishes articles in both Thai and English. While maintaining its focus on Thai studies, the journal embraces the inclusion of English-language submissions, provided they align with its aims and scope.

Peer-Review Process All submitted articles undergo a rigorous peer-review process. Expert reviewers assess submissions for quality and scholarly integrity. The journal employs an instant quality assessment mechanism to expedite evaluations, with reviewers drawn from diverse institutions to ensure unbiased and comprehensive evaluations.

Open Access Policy ARTS offers unrestricted access to its content, enabling extensive utilization for academic study and research purposes.

Types of Published Articles

1. Research Articles: Present findings from studies conducted in humanities, social sciences, fine arts, or Thai studies. Articles should include sections on background, significance, objectives, methodology, results, conclusions, and discussions, with a maximum length of 8,000 words (excluding references).
2. Academic Articles: Explore and synthesize relevant literature in humanities, social sciences, fine arts, or Thai studies. Articles should highlight outcomes and provide insights into trends and directions, with a maximum length of 8,000 words (excluding references).
3. Book Reviews: Provide recommendations or critical assessments of notable books in the journal's fields. Reviews should include the book’s title, an overview, and highlights, with a maximum length of 1,500 words. These articles are selected by the editorial team but are not subject to peer review.

Submission Requirements Submissions must not have been previously published or under consideration elsewhere. The content must align with the journal’s scope and meet its scholarly standards.

Publication Frequency
ARTS publishes three issues per year:

• Issue 1: January-April
• Issue 2: May-August
• Issue 3: September-December Each issue includes 10-15 articles and one book review article.

Language

ARTS primarily accepts articles in Thai but also welcomes English-language submissions.

Publication Fee

ARTS does not charge any fees for publication.

Open Access Policy

This journal provides immediate open access to its content, promoting a global exchange of knowledge.

Ownership and Management

ARTS is owned and managed by the Faculty of Arts, Silpakorn University. It is funded by the Research Fund Innovation and Creativity of Silpakorn University and is committed to academic excellence and efficiency. The journal’s mission is to promote and disseminate research in humanities, social sciences, fine arts, and Thai studies.

Publisher

• Faculty of Arts, Silpakorn University
• Address: Sanam Chandra Palace Campus, 6 Rajamankha Nai Rd., Amphoe Muang, Nakhon Pathom 73000
• Telephone: +66 034 109 686 ext. 205001
• Email: journal.arts.su@gmail.com

Copyright and Licensing

ARTS emphasizes copyright protection and licensing to ensure authors’ rights and proper research dissemination. Authors retain copyright and articles are published under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license, allowing sharing and modification with proper attribution. Authors may distribute their work under the CC BY license and post articles on third-party repositories, adhering to institutional and funding guidelines.

Revenue Sources

ARTS is supported by the Faculty of Arts at Silpakorn University through the Research Fund Innovation and Creativity, highlighting its commitment to fostering academic innovation.

Advertising and Direct Marketing

ARTS refrains from engaging in advertising or marketing to maintain focus on scholarly content and uphold academic integrity.

Journal History

The Journal of the Faculty of Arts began in 1975, focusing on humanities, social sciences, and fine arts. Operations were briefly suspended following political unrest in 1976 but resumed in 1977 under Professor Dr. Jettana Nakwatchara. In 2022, the journal was rebranded as the Journal of Arts and Thai Studies to reflect its expanded focus. Since 2015, it has been recognized as a tier 1 journal by the Thai-Journal Citation Index Centre (TCI).

Privacy Statement

Names and email addresses provided to the journal are used exclusively for its stated purposes and will not be shared.

Indexing and Abstracting

ARTS is indexed in the Thai-Journal Citation Index Centre (TCI) and Google Scholar.