Journal Information

General Information

Aims & Scope

Corpus Intellectual is a bi-annual, peer-reviewed interdisciplinary journal of the College of Postgraduate Studies, Redeemer's University, Ede. The journal provides a platform for the exchange of innovative ideas, rigorous research, and critical debates across diverse academic fields, including the Natural Sciences, Humanities, Law, Medical Sciences, Management, and Social Sciences.

Our mission is to advance scholarly inquiry and promote intellectual engagement that bridges theory and practice. Corpus Intellectual publishes works that stimulate cross-disciplinary dialogue, challenge established perspectives, and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of knowledge.

We seek to:

Promote Rigorous Scholarship

Encourage the submission of high-quality, original research that deepens understanding within and across disciplines.

Foster Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Support studies that integrate diverse perspectives and methodologies to address emerging questions in science, society, and culture.

Bridge Research and Practice

Highlight research with practical implications for policy, innovation, and societal development.

Encourage Global Academic Exchange

Provide an inclusive platform where researchers and practitioners from around the world can share insights, strengthen networks, and engage with transformative ideas.

The scope of Corpus Intellectual encompasses both theoretical and empirical studies that employ quantitative, qualitative, or mixed approaches. The journal welcomes review articles, research papers, and conceptual analyses that contribute to evolving discussions in their respective fields.

As an open-access publication, Corpus Intellectual ensures that all published research is freely available online, broadening access to scholarship and amplifying the visibility and impact of its contributors' work.

Research Areas

The journal aims to provide publication of refereed, high-quality papers in all areas of Natural Sciences, Humanities, Law, Medical Sciences, Management, and Social Sciences. The journal covers the following disciplines:

Accounting

Biochemistry

Biological Sciences

Business Administration & Marketing

CGHDS

Chemical Sciences

Christian Religious Studies & Philosophy

Computer Science

Economics

English

Finance

History and International Studies

Mass Communication

Mathematics and Statistics

Physical Sciences

Political Science

Psychology

Sociology and Social Work

Theatre Arts

Tourism and Hospitality Studies

Indexing

ResearchGate

Academia.edu

Article Processing Charge

Review Fee

₦20,000

To initiate the review process

Publication Balance

₦30,000

After acceptance for publication

Payment Process:

To initiate the review process, you're required to pay a review fee of ₦20,000. After the decision is made, your paper and review requirements will be returned for correction. Once your corrections are received and the publication balance fees of ₦30,000 are paid (to make a total sum of ₦50,000), your research will be published immediately online on the journal website.

Editorial Policies

Corpus Intellectual upholds the highest standards of scholarly publishing, ensuring that all submitted manuscripts are evaluated with fairness, transparency, and academic integrity. These editorial policies reflect the journal's commitment to ethical research and responsible dissemination of knowledge.

Peer Review Process

All manuscripts submitted to Corpus Intellectual undergo a double-blind peer review. Both reviewers and authors remain anonymous throughout the process to maintain objectivity. Each paper is evaluated by at least two experts in the relevant field, and editorial decisions are based on the reviewers' assessments, the paper's originality, and its contribution to knowledge.

Originality and Plagiarism

Authors must submit only original works that have not been published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere. Submissions are screened for plagiarism using standard detection tools. Manuscripts with significant similarity or uncredited use of others' work may be rejected or returned for correction.

Authorship

All listed authors must have made a genuine scholarly contribution to the research and approved the final version of the manuscript. Requests to change authorship after submission require written consent from all co-authors and editorial approval.

Conflicts of Interest

Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any financial, personal, or professional relationships that could influence their objectivity. Individuals with conflicts of interest are expected to recuse themselves from the review or decision process to preserve impartiality.

Ethical Considerations

Research involving human participants or animals must adhere to established ethical standards and be approved by a recognized ethics committee. Authors must include an Ethics Statement confirming that necessary approvals and informed consent were obtained.

Data Availability

Corpus Intellectual encourages transparency in research by promoting data sharing. Authors should include a Data Availability Statement specifying where and how supporting data can be accessed, or explaining why data cannot be shared.

Open Access Policy

Corpus Intellectual is an open-access journal. All published articles are freely available online, ensuring unrestricted access to research outputs. Authors retain copyright of their work while granting Corpus Intellectual the right to publish under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0).

Editorial Process

The editorial process at Corpus Intellectual is designed to ensure that every manuscript undergoes a fair, transparent, and rigorous evaluation before publication. Our process emphasizes academic integrity, quality assurance, and timely communication between authors, reviewers, and editors.

1

Submission

Initial manuscript review

2

Peer Review

Double-blind evaluation

3

Publication

Online open access

1. Submission

Authors are required to submit manuscripts through the journal's online submission system. Submissions must comply with the Corpus Intellectual Author Guidelines, including formatting, structure, and ethical requirements. Only complete submissions that adhere to these standards will be considered for further review.

2. Initial Evaluation

Each submission undergoes a preliminary screening by the Editorial Office to verify that it fits the journal's aims and scope and meets basic quality standards. Manuscripts that do not adhere to the journal's format, language, or ethical requirements may be returned to authors for correction or declined without external review.

3. Peer Review

Once the manuscript passes the initial check, it enters the double-blind peer review stage.

• Editor Assignment: A subject-area editor or member of the Editorial Board is assigned to oversee the review process.
• Reviewer Selection: The handling editor invites at least two qualified reviewers with expertise relevant to the manuscript's topic.
• Evaluation Criteria: Reviewers assess manuscripts for originality, research rigor, methodological soundness, clarity of presentation, and contribution to knowledge.

Accept

Minor Revisions

Major Revisions

Reject

4. Decision and Revision

Based on the reviewers' reports and the editor's assessment, a decision is communicated to the authors. If revisions are required, detailed comments and suggestions are provided. Authors are expected to respond point-by-point and resubmit their revised manuscript within the specified timeframe.

5. Final Decision & Publication

After satisfactory revisions, the handling editor makes a final recommendation to the Editor-in-Chief. Accepted manuscripts proceed to copyediting and are published online in Corpus Intellectual, where they become immediately accessible to the global scholarly community as open-access articles.

6. Post-Publication

Published papers are indexed and archived in reputable databases and repositories, including Academia.edu and ResearchGate, to enhance visibility, accessibility, and long-term preservation. Authors may also order printed copies of published issues, in accordance with the journal's policy.

Copyright Statement

All articles published in Corpus Intellectual are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0). This license allows authors to retain full copyright of their work while granting permission for others to share, adapt, and reproduce the material in any medium, provided proper credit is given to the original authors and to Corpus Intellectual as the source of publication.