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Aims & Scope

Aim: The Sultan Qaboos University Legal Studies Journal (JQULSJ) is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to advancing the understanding of legal systems with a particular emphasis on Omani law within a comparative and interdisciplinary framework. The journal seeks to foster high-quality legal scholarship that explores the foundational principles, modern applications, and regional and international interactions of Omani law. By promoting rigorous research and dialogue on contemporary legal issues, JQULSJ aims to contribute to the development and reform of legal systems, both within Oman and in a broader context.

Scope: JQULSJ welcomes submissions that provide innovative insights and analyses on a wide range of legal topics, with a specific focus on:

  • Public Law: Constitutional law, administrative law, and regulatory frameworks.
  • Public Law: Constitutional law, administrative law, and regulatory frameworks.
  • Private Law: Contract law, tort law, property law, and family law.
  • International Law: International treaties, customary international law, and international dispute resolution.
  • Commercial Law: Business law, corporate governance, and trade law.
  • Islamic Law: Sharia principles, Personal Status Law, Islamic finance, and their application in modern contexts.
  • Environmental Law: Legal responses to environmental challenges, sustainability, and natural resource management.
  • Human Rights Law: Protection and promotion of human rights at national and international levels.
  • Legal Theory: Philosophical and theoretical perspectives on law and justice.
  • Criminal Law: Criminal justice systems, penal policy, and criminology.
  • Technology and Law: Legal implications of technological advancements, cybersecurity, and data protection.
  • Comparative Law: Comparative analyses of different legal systems and their cross-cultural impacts.
Types of Articles: JQULSJ welcomes submissions of various types, including:
  • Original Research Articles: In-depth studies presenting new findings.
  • Case Studies: Detailed examinations of specific legal cases or issues.
  • Review Articles: Comprehensive overviews of existing research on particular topics.
  • Short Communications: Brief reports on novel findings or developments.
  • Book Reviews: Critical evaluations of recent publications in the field of law.

These submissions should deepen knowledge of Oman’s legal landscape and connect it to global challenges, innovations, and opportunities in law. Target Audience: JQULSJ is aimed at academics, legal practitioners, policymakers, and students who are engaged in or interested in the study of Omani law, legal reform, and the comparative analysis of legal systems.