Journal Publishing
Open Journal System at NWU
The NWU Open Access Journal is designed to support and enhance the work of academic journal editors, making the publishing process more efficient, transparent, and accessible. The platform supports the creation of open-access journals, providing flexibility regarding publication models. It allows for efficient hosting and management of academic journals, providing a seamless experience for editors and authors. The platform simplifies the journal publishing process with tools for article submission, peer review management, and publishing workflows. ORCID integration allows authors to link their work to their unique researcher profiles, improving visibility and proper attribution. Editors can easily oversee submissions, track the progress of articles through the review and editing process, and make informed decisions about each submission's publication.
The NWU OJS provides numerous benefits to journal editors, including streamlined workflows, enhanced collaboration, increased visibility through open access and indexing in global databases, quality control, peer review, customizable options, and comprehensive reporting.
Journal Accreditation and Indexing Support
Journal editors are supported in their efforts to have their journals included in the latest accredited journal lists. The criteria for applying and selecting journals for inclusion in the latest accredited journal lists can be found through the accredited indices listed below:
- Application Process for Inclusion of Journals into the DHET
- Scopus content policy
- Scopus /Elsevier application or suggest a title form is available under the Journal selection criteria.
- Web of Science / Clarivate application process requires journal publishers to first register for an account before completing the application form. Check notes on journal selection criteria and content selection processes.
- Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ)
- SciELO SA
- Journal editors with journals indexed in SciELO SA are required to sign the SciELO SA Publishers' Agreement.
- See also, peer review panels
- IBSS editorial policies and principles
- Norwegian list
- Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) code of conduct and best practice guidelines for editors
Application to Host a Journal
The Application form to Host a Journal on the NWU Open Access Journal Platform is intended for NWU journal editors, academic departments, research units, and affiliated scholars who wish to have their scholarly journal hosted on the North-West University's Open Access Journals Platform. The purpose of this form is to ensure that all hosting requests are evaluated consistently, transparently, and in alignment with institutional standards for quality, integrity, security, and sustainability.
Completion of this form does not guarantee approval, rather, it initiates a formal review to determine eligibility and resource requirements. This form should be completed by the Editor-in-Chief, journal manager, or an authorised representative capable of supplying the necessary editorial, technical, and governance information.
Journals owned by NWU but currently hosted outside the university, as well as those seeking hosting for the first time, migrating from another platform, or requesting reinstatement, must follow this full application procedure.