Access Policy

This journal operates on a hybrid access model to support its publication costs.

  • Pay-Per-View: Readers can purchase access to individual articles directly through the journal website or by email to research@fourthir.org.

  • Subscriptions: Annual subscriptions are available for institutions and individuals requiring unlimited access to our current issues and archives. Please contact the editorial office for pricing.

  • Hybrid Open Access: Authors who wish to make their article freely available to all readers may opt to pay an Article Processing Charge (APC) of $200 upon acceptance. These specific articles are marked as Open Access and are free to read and download immediately upon publication. Discounts are available. Authors requesting for a discount must state so and the percentage required in the cover letter.