Social Semiotics

metrics 2024

Transforming Perspectives on Language and Society

Introduction

Social Semiotics, published by Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd, is a leading academic journal dedicated to the dynamic interplay of language, culture, and communication. Since its inception in 1991, the journal has showcased innovative research at the intersection of sociolinguistics, semiotic theory, and cultural studies, offering critical insights into how meanings are constructed and conveyed in various socio-cultural contexts. As a testament to its academic rigor, Social Semiotics holds a distinguished position in the 2023 category quartiles, achieving Q2 in Communication, Q1 in Cultural Studies, and Q1 in Linguistics and Language. Furthermore, its exceptional Scopus rankings place it in the top tiers of its fields, with notable percentiles across multiple categories, making it an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students alike. Although currently not open access, the journal's articles are widely considered pivotal for understanding contemporary issues in communication and cultural theory. For those engaged in the study of semiotics, Social Semiotics remains an indispensable platform for scholarly dialogue and advancement.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.53
Journal Impact Factor1.60
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.80
H-Index41
Journal IF Without Self1.60
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.39
Influence0.80
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life6.80
Citing Half Life10.30
JCI1.82
Total Documents872
WOS Total Citations1110
SCIMAGO Total Citations2173
SCIMAGO SELF Citations125
Scopus Journal Rank0.53
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.78
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.33
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.06

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Cultural Studies in Social Sciences
Rank #39/1304
Percentile 97.01
Quartile Q1
Language and Linguistics in Arts and Humanities
Rank #54/1088
Percentile 95.04
Quartile Q1
Linguistics and Language in Social Sciences
Rank #63/1167
Percentile 94.60
Quartile Q1
Communication in Social Sciences
Rank #74/511
Percentile 85.52
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

COMMUNICATION
Rank 84/227
Percentile 63.20
Quartile Q2
LINGUISTICS
Rank 73/297
Percentile 75.60
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

COMMUNICATION
Rank 22/227
Percentile 90.31
Quartile Q1
HUMANITIES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 30/406
Percentile 92.61
Quartile Q1
LINGUISTICS
Rank 27/297
Percentile 90.91
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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