PHILOSOPHY & SOCIAL CRITICISM

metrics 2024

Exploring the Nexus of Philosophy and Social Theory.

Introduction

PHILOSOPHY & SOCIAL CRITICISM, published by SAGE Publications Inc, stands as a pivotal platform for high-quality scholarly discourse, bridging the realms of philosophy and social theory. Since its inception in 1973, this esteemed journal has evolved to encompass provocative analyses and critical examinations of social issues, thereby playing an influential role in shaping contemporary philosophical thought. With an impressive Q1 ranking in the field of philosophy and a Q2 ranking in sociology and political science for 2023, it attracts contributions from leading academics and thought leaders. The journal, which spans topics of significance from the philosophies of ethics to the socio-political landscapes of modernity, provides crucial insights that inform both research and practical applications. Although currently not an open access journal, it offers robust access options through institutional subscriptions, ensuring its wide availability within the academic community. By engaging with the interdisciplinary dialogue fostered in its pages, researchers, professionals, and students alike can benefit from the rich academic exchange that PHILOSOPHY & SOCIAL CRITICISM facilitates, solidifying its importance in the scholarly landscape.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.41
Journal Impact Factor0.60
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.80
H-Index40
Journal IF Without Self0.60
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.40
Influence0.54
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life9.10
Citing Half Life13.90
JCI0.78
Total Documents1585
WOS Total Citations970
SCIMAGO Total Citations2106
SCIMAGO SELF Citations131
Scopus Journal Rank0.41
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.89
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.91
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.99

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Philosophy in Arts and Humanities
Rank #170/806
Percentile 78.91
Quartile Q1
Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #703/1466
Percentile 52.05
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

PHILOSOPHY
Rank 94/325
Percentile 71.08
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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