Critical Studies on Security

metrics 2024

Unpacking Contemporary Security Challenges with Depth

Introduction

Critical Studies on Security, published by TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD, stands as a pivotal journal in the realm of Political Science and International Relations. With an ISSN of 2162-4887 and E-ISSN of 2162-4909, this peer-reviewed journal has carved out its niche since its inception in 2013, continuing to provide a platform for innovative research up until 2024. Its prestigious positioning in the Q1 category of both Political Science and International Relations—ranked #135 out of 706 by Scopus—underscores its significant impact within the academic community, holding a percentile ranking of 80th. Although the journal is not open access, it remains essential for scholars, offering insights that critically assess security studies through diverse theoretical and methodological lenses. As a researcher, professional, or student in the field, engaging with its cutting-edge articles will be invaluable for understanding contemporary security challenges and debates.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.64
Journal Impact Factor1.80
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)-
H-Index22
Journal IF Without Self1.80
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.18
Influence-
Immediacy Index1.60
Cited Half Life4.80
Citing Half Life8.00
JCI0.76
Total Documents388
WOS Total Citations405
SCIMAGO Total Citations966
SCIMAGO SELF Citations95
Scopus Journal Rank0.64
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.40
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.09
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.93

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Political Science and International Relations in Social Sciences
Rank #135/706
Percentile 80.88
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Rank 48/165
Percentile 71.20
Quartile Q2
POLITICAL SCIENCE
Rank 110/317
Percentile 65.50
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Rank 81/165
Percentile 50.91
Quartile Q2
POLITICAL SCIENCE
Rank 146/317
Percentile 53.94
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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