Writing Rules

Manuscripts submitted to the MAC Law Review should adhere to the following preparation standards to ensure clarity, consistency, and compliance with international academic norms.

  • All manuscripts must be submitted in MS Word (.docx or .doc). PDF submissions are not accepted at the initial stage.
  • Manuscripts should be between 3,000 and 12,000 words in total, including references, tables, and appendices.
  • An abstract of 150–300 words must be provided. The abstract should be written as a single paragraph without citations or footnotes and should briefly summarise the research question, methodology, and key findings.
  • The main text should be single-spaced, with numbered pages throughout. Each paragraph should be indented, except for the first paragraph under each heading.

Submissions should include the following components, where applicable:

  1. Title of the article
  2. Author name(s) and affiliation(s)
  3. Abstract and 3–7 keywords
  4. Main body of text divided by appropriate headings
  5. References

Authors are encouraged to follow the Oxford University Standard for the Citation of Legal Authorities (OSCOLA) for all references and citations. Both the OSCOLA Full Citation and Referencing Guide and the OSCOLA Quick Reference Guide are accepted resources. Preliminary submissions need not strictly conform to OSCOLA style, but final manuscripts must comply before publication.

Footnotes should be used only for citations and brief explanatory notes. Extensive commentary should appear in the main text.

All tables, figures, and diagrams must be numbered consecutively and clearly titled. Authors are responsible for obtaining permission for any third-party material.

Manuscripts should use a clear and professional tone, avoiding discriminatory or biased language. British English spelling is preferred.

Manuscripts that do not meet these formatting and citation requirements may be returned to the authors for revision before peer review.