Leisure Studies

metrics 2024

Innovating Understanding in Leisure Studies

Introduction

Leisure Studies, published by ROUTLEDGE JOURNALS, TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD, is an esteemed academic journal dedicated to the multifaceted field of leisure research. With a strong presence since its inception in 1981, this journal continues to play a pivotal role in advancing the understanding of leisure, its social implications, and its impacts on various sectors, including Geography, Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management. The journal maintains a notable impact factor evidenced by its classification in the Q1 and Q2 quartiles of relevant categories, highlighting its significance among peers. Leisure Studies is recognized for its rigorous peer-review process and a commitment to publishing high-quality research that explores contemporary issues and theoretical approaches to leisure activities. Although it does not currently offer open access, it remains a vital resource for researchers, professionals, and students aiming to deepen their knowledge and contribute to discussions surrounding leisure practices and policies worldwide. With its Scopus Rankings placing it favorably among its peers, this journal stands out as a leading platform for the dissemination of innovative research in the leisure domain.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.79
Journal Impact Factor2.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.10
H-Index77
Journal IF Without Self2.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.46
Influence0.74
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life7.00
Citing Half Life9.30
JCI0.61
Total Documents1030
WOS Total Citations2557
SCIMAGO Total Citations5384
SCIMAGO SELF Citations608
Scopus Journal Rank0.79
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.31
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.83
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.86

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Geography, Planning and Development in Social Sciences
Rank #179/821
Percentile 78.20
Quartile Q1
Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management in Business, Management and Accounting
Rank #58/146
Percentile 60.27
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

HOSPITALITY, LEISURE, SPORT & TOURISM
Rank 59/139
Percentile 57.90
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

HOSPITALITY, LEISURE, SPORT & TOURISM
Rank 65/139
Percentile 53.24
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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