POLITICAL SCIENCE

metrics 2024

Transforming Knowledge into Political Insight

Introduction

POLITICAL SCIENCE, an esteemed journal published by Taylor & Francis Ltd, serves as a vital resource for scholars, professionals, and students in the fields of Sociology and Political Science. With a rich publication history dating back to 1948, this journal is dedicated to the exploration and dissemination of innovative research that addresses current political phenomena and sociological impacts. While it currently holds a Q3 category ranking in the 2023 metrics, its commitment to advancing knowledge in political theory, behavior, and comparative politics ensures its significance within the academic community. Although it does not offer Open Access options, the journal has maintained a consistent standard of quality, as reflected in its Scopus ranking where it stands at #871 out of 1,466 journals, placing it in the 40th percentile of its field. Researchers looking to deepen their understanding of political structures and societal trends will find the articles published within these pages essential for their studies.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.17
Journal Impact Factor1.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.40
H-Index19
Journal IF Without Self1.20
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.05
Influence0.58
Immediacy Index0.30
Cited Half Life9.80
Citing Half Life10.30
JCI0.37
Total Documents366
WOS Total Citations249
SCIMAGO Total Citations396
SCIMAGO SELF Citations38
Scopus Journal Rank0.17
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.46
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.92
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.83

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #871/1466
Percentile 40.59
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

POLITICAL SCIENCE
Rank 164/317
Percentile 48.40
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

POLITICAL SCIENCE
Rank 228/317
Percentile 28.08
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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