BRITISH JOURNAL OF GUIDANCE & COUNSELLING

metrics 2024

Empowering Minds Through Rigorous Research and Insight

Introduction

The British Journal of Guidance & Counselling, published by Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd, is a leading scholarly platform dedicated to advancing the fields of guidance and counselling through rigorous research and insightful contributions. With an ISSN of 0306-9885 and an E-ISSN of 1469-3534, this esteemed journal has been at the forefront of the discipline since its inception in 1973, converging insights until 2024. Recognized for its significant impact, it ranks in the Q3 category for both Applied Psychology and Education, reflecting its commitment to interdisciplinary relevance and scholarly excellence. The journal boasts a robust international readership, making it an essential resource for researchers, practitioners, and students alike who seek to stay informed on the latest developments and best practices. While it is not an open-access journal, its articles are widely available through institutional subscriptions, ensuring accessibility for a broad audience. Ultimately, the British Journal of Guidance & Counselling continues to shape the future of counselling practices, serving as a vital repository for innovative research and transformative ideas.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.38
Journal Impact Factor1.00
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.30
H-Index54
Journal IF Without Self1.00
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.21
Influence0.31
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life8.60
Citing Half Life9.30
JCI0.31
Total Documents1129
WOS Total Citations1255
SCIMAGO Total Citations3075
SCIMAGO SELF Citations379
Scopus Journal Rank0.38
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.39
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.49
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.68

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Arts and Humanities (miscellaneous) in Arts and Humanities
Rank #140/552
Percentile 74.64
Quartile Q2
Education in Social Sciences
Rank #626/1543
Percentile 59.43
Quartile Q2
Applied Psychology in Psychology
Rank #139/249
Percentile 44.18
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY, APPLIED
Rank 85/113
Percentile 25.20
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

PSYCHOLOGY, APPLIED
Rank 95/114
Percentile 16.67
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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