Aims and Scope

The primary objective of 'Germanic Philology. Journal of Yuriy Fedkovych Chernivtsi National University'   is to provide a peer-reviewed platform for the dissemination of original research within the field of philology and related disciplines. The journal is committed to advancing fundamental and applied research while facilitating the integration of Ukrainian philological scholarship into the global academic discourse.

Key Research Areas:

  • Diachronic and Theoretical Linguistics: the evolution and history of Germanic languages.

  • Contemporary Linguistic Paradigms: cognitive linguistics, functional linguistics, discourse analysis, and sociolinguistics.

  • Literary Studies: critical analysis and theory within the framework of Germanic studies.

  • Translation Studies: theoretical and practical aspects of translatology and intercultural communication.

  • Language Pedagogy: advanced methodologies in the instruction of Germanic languages.

  • Comparative and Interdisciplinary Studies: cross-linguistic and multifaceted approaches in the humanities.

Strategic Objectives:

  • Ensuring Peer-Review Excellence: publishing rigorous research characterized by significant scientific novelty, theoretical relevance, and practical utility.

  • Fostering International Collaboration: encouraging global academic cooperation and enhancing the mobility of researchers through scholarly exchange.

  • Facilitating Scientific Discourse: maintaining a professional communication channel for established scholars, faculty, doctoral candidates, and students.

  • Upholding Quality Assurance: maintaining high research standards through independent double-blind peer review and strict adherence to international publication ethics (COPE).

  • Promoting Academic Outreach: highlighting the achievements of both Ukrainian and international scholars in Germanic philology.

  • Advocating for Open Access: providing unrestricted access to research to maximize visibility, increase citation indices, and broaden scientific impact.

The journal is dedicated to cultivating a robust academic culture, adhering to the principles of scientific integrity, and shaping a modern research environment within the humanities.