Section Policy

Geo Media: Majalah Ilmiah dan Informasi Kegeografian publishes four types of articles, each submitted to its own section. Manuscripts are accepted in English only (effective 1 May 2026) and must follow the Manuscript Template.

Peer review for all sections: single-blind, at least two reviewers, final decision within 4 months. See the Peer Review Process.

Journal Sections

1 Research Paper

An in-depth study of geographical issues using various approaches, within the focus and scope of the journal.

✔ Open Submissions✔ Indexed✔ Peer Reviewed
Length
~6,000–8,000 words (excluding abstract, references, tables, figures)
Abstract
~100–200 words, plus five keywords
References
Maximum 80
Display items
Maximum 15 (tables and figures)
Structure
Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusions, References
2 Review Paper

A review of previous articles presenting the latest developments in a geographical topic: historical overview, progress, recent achievements, and future directions.

✔ Open Submissions✔ Indexed✔ Peer Reviewed
Length
~6,000–8,000 words (excluding abstract, references, tables, figures)
Abstract
~100–200 words, plus five keywords
References
Maximum 100
Display items
Maximum 15 (tables and figures)
Structure
Introduction, Methods, Results, Conclusions, References
3 Short Communication

A brief article presenting preliminary findings, current findings, or new scientific results, including innovations in methods, technology, or materials, for rapid publication.

✔ Open Submissions✔ Indexed✔ Peer Reviewed
Length
2,000–3,000 words, including references
Abstract
~100–200 words, plus five keywords
References
Included in the word count
Structure
Concise, following the template
4 Commentary

Commentary and feedback on published articles, perspectives on current scientific issues, controversial topics, and relevant policies, in a respectful and constructive tone.

✔ Open Submissions✔ Indexed✔ Peer Reviewed
Length
2,000–3,000 words
Abstract
~100–200 words, plus five keywords
References
Approximately 15
Display items
Optional
Structure
Concise, following the template
Exceptions to the length, reference, and display item limits may be granted upon consultation with the editor-in-chief. For full requirements, see the Author Guidelines and Types of Manuscript. Questions: geomedia@uny.ac.id.