ICMS 2025 - International Conference on Media Studies

About ICMS 2025

Media Transformation in the Intelligence Era: The Human-Machine Centred Approach

The 5th International Conference on Media Studies 2025 brings together scholars, researchers, and professionals to share insights, foster collaboration, and engage in interdisciplinary dialogue.

This years theme focuses on the human-machine centered approach to media transformation, examining how emerging technologies are reshaping communication, journalism, and digital story telling.

Sub-themes:

Media, Journalism, & Culture
Advertising, Branding, and Marketing Communication
Multimedia & Digital Storytelling
Cyber Society, Security, & Ethics
Political Communication & Governance
Islamic Perspective in Digital Media
Innovation, Users, & Communication Trends

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Officiated By

Prof. Dr. Mohd Azizuddin Mohd Sani

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and International Affairs)

University Utara Malaysia

Prof. Dr. Azizuddin is the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic and International) at Universiti Utara Malaysia and a Professor of Politics and International Relations. His expertise includes democratisation, media politics, human rights, and Southeast Asian affairs. He is an Associate Member of the Malaysia Institute at ANU, an Adjunct Professor at Universitas Sriwijaya, and a columnist for Berita Harian and Sin Chew Jit Poh. He has also served as a Visiting Fellow at ISEAS–Yusof Ishak Institute, Singapore, and Visiting Professor at NIDA, Thailand.

Keynote Speakers

Prof. Dr. Incilay Cangoz

Professor of Media Studies

Anadolu University

Prof. Dr. İncilay Cangöz is a faculty member at the Department of Journalism, Faculty of Communication Sciences, Anadolu University. She has held various administrative positions, including Head of Department and Director of the Center for Women’s Studies. She was also a visiting professor at the Department of Culture and Media at New York University. Her research interests primarily focus on gender and media, mass communication theories, and journalism.

Assoc Prof Dr. Hassan Raza Syed

School of Media and Communication, Faculty of Social Sciences and Leisure Management

Taylors University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hassan Raza Syed, Associate Professor at Taylor’s University, holds a PhD in Communication from Universiti Utara Malaysia. His expertise includes advertising, strategic communication, and cross-cultural studies. He researches health, environmental, and crisis communication, publishing widely in indexed journals and teaching courses in media writing and communication theory.

Why Attend ICMS 2025?

Expert Insights

Learn from leading researchers and industry professionals about the latest trends in media studies.

Networking

Connect with peers, potential collaborators, and industry leaders from around the world.

Publication

Opportunity to publish your research in Scopus-indexed journals and conference proceedings.

What Participants Say

The conference is interesting and people are good. Got to know a lot of people from other countries.

Dr Kirti Dang Longani

Professor , Ajeenkya DY Patil University, India

The conference experience, including content, networking and social interaction.

Dr Ghassan Owies

Jordan

ICMS is a great academic vacation indeed with full plate of academic discourse, knowledge sharing, academic visit, collaborations and networking globally.

Ts. Dr. Sobihatun Nur binti Abdul Salam

Associate Professor , Universiti Utara Malaysia, Malaysia

Submission & Publication Information

Publication

SEARCH Journal of Media and Communication Research (Scopus)
PERTANIKA Journal of Social Sciences & Humanities (proceeding Scopus)
International Journal of Management Studies (peer-reviewed journal)
Journal of Communication, Language and Culture (peer-reviewed journal)
Journal of Contemporary Issues in Media & Communication (peer-reviewed journal)
Chapter in Book

All submitted papers will undergo a double-blind review process. Only papers that follow the guidelines will be published.

Abstract Submission

Please rename your files properly before uploading. (name_Paper_title_abstract/fullpaper_Date.pdf)

For example: Hadi_ImpactOfMedia_abstract_July2025 Hadi_ImpactOfMedia_fullpaper_July2025

Abstracts should be 150–250 words, clearly stating the:

Research objective
Methodology
Key findings or arguments

Language: English or Bahasa Melayu only

Important Dates

Abstract submission: 31st July 2025
Acceptance notification: 14th August 2025
Full paper submission: 30th September 2025
Registration confirmation deadline: 30th September 2025
Conference date & post-conference tour: 13th to 16th October 2025

Submit Your Abstract

Peer Review Process

Submission: Papers must be anonymized
Reviewer Assignment: Two reviewers per paper
Evaluation: Originality, significance, rigor, clarity
Anonymity: Double-blind process
Decision: Revisions may be requested before final decision

Registration

Registration Fees

Non-Student (Physical) RM600

Onsite Attendance

@ SMMTC, UUM

Non-Student (Online) RM350

Virtual Attendance

Online Platform

Student (Physical) RM450

Onsite Attendance

@ SMMTC, UUM

Student (Online) RM300

Virtual Attendance

Online Platform

Post-Tour RM800

Optional Tour

@ PSU, Pattani Campus

Registration Process

Payment Methods

Payment should be made via the official UUM ePayment portal:
https://epay.uum.edu.my/payment_form.php

Scan QR to open payment page

Please click on Registration after you have made your payment.The deadline for payment is October 5, 2025.

Confirmation & Receipt

Upon successful completion of the form and payment, you will receive an instant confirmation. An official receipt will be issued via email shortly after.