Qualitative Research

metrics 2024

Exploring the nuances of human experience through rigorous research.

Introduction

Qualitative Research, published by SAGE Publications Ltd, is a premier journal that has been at the forefront of the qualitative methodology discourse since its inception in 2001. With an ISSN of 1468-7941 and an E-ISSN of 1741-3109, the journal has established itself as a crucial resource for researchers and practitioners engaged in the fields of History and Philosophy of Science, as well as Social Sciences, where it enjoys a notable Q1 ranking. With an impressive Scopus ranking of #5 in Arts and Humanities and #22 in Social Sciences, this journal aims to disseminate innovative empirical research and theoretical discussions that enrich qualitative inquiry. Researchers, professionals, and students benefit from its rigorous peer-reviewed articles that address critical topics, challenges, and advancements within qualitative research paradigms. Although the journal is not openly accessible, its significant impact factor and distinguished editorial boards ensure that it remains an essential reference for qualitative scholars seeking to deepen their understanding and contribute to the evolution of research methodologies.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.84
Journal Impact Factor3.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.90
H-Index93
Journal IF Without Self3.20
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor1.01
Influence1.54
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life10.30
Citing Half Life10.40
JCI1.45
Total Documents985
WOS Total Citations5557
SCIMAGO Total Citations7095
SCIMAGO SELF Citations522
Scopus Journal Rank1.84
Cites / Document (2 Years)4.87
Cites / Document (3 Years)5.72
Cites / Document (4 Years)5.66

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

History and Philosophy of Science in Arts and Humanities
Rank #5/223
Percentile 97.76
Quartile Q1
Social Sciences (miscellaneous) in Social Sciences
Rank #22/604
Percentile 96.36
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

SOCIAL SCIENCES, INTERDISCIPLINARY
Rank 15/263
Percentile 94.50
Quartile Q1
SOCIOLOGY
Rank 20/217
Percentile 91.00
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

SOCIAL SCIENCES, INTERDISCIPLINARY
Rank 33/263
Percentile 87.45
Quartile Q1
SOCIOLOGY
Rank 36/217
Percentile 83.41
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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