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Studies in Higher Education

Q1 Journal Scopus Active Journal
Country
United Kingdom
Western Europe
Subject Area and Category
Social Sciences
└ Education Q1
Publisher
SJR 2025
1.990
Q1
SJR Score
H-Index
148
Citations / Doc (2yr)
8.09
Total Docs. (latest)
303
Total Citations (3yr)
3,982
Publication type
Journals
ISSN
03075079, 1470174X
Coverage
1976-2026
Journal Rank
#1,463
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Subject Categories

Education Q1

Subject Areas

Aims & Scope

Studies in Higher Education is a leading international journal publishing research-based articles dealing with higher education issues from either a disciplinary or multi-disciplinary perspective. Empirical, theoretical and conceptual articles of significant originality will be considered. The Journal welcomes contributions that seek to enhance understanding of higher education policy, institutional management and performance, teaching and learning, and the contribution of higher education to society and the economy. Comparative studies and analysis of inter-system and cross-national issues are also welcomed, as are those addressing global and international themes. The Journal will publish annually two special issues on topics of international significance to higher education.

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Detailed Metrics

Total Docs. (latest) 303
Total Docs. (3 years) 479
Total Refs. 18,891
Total Citations (3 years) 3,982
Citable Docs. (3 years) 470
Citations / Doc. (2 years) 8.09
Ref. / Doc. 62.35
% Female 50.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the impact factor of Studies in Higher Education?

The official Journal Impact Factor (JIF) is published by Clarivate in the Journal Citation Reports (JCR) and is not listed on this page. Based on SCImago data, Studies in Higher Education has an SJR of 1.990 and is ranked Q1.

What is the SJR and quartile of Studies in Higher Education?

Studies in Higher Education has an SJR (SCImago Journal Rank) of 1.990 and its best quartile is Q1.

What is the H-index of Studies in Higher Education?

The H-index of Studies in Higher Education is 148, meaning 148 of its articles have each been cited at least 148 times.

Is Studies in Higher Education indexed in Scopus?

Yes. Studies in Higher Education is active in Scopus (Scopus Source List, August 2026).

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Journal Information

SJR1.990
Best QuartileQ1
H Index148
ISSN03075079, 1470174X
PublisherRoutledge
CountryUnited Kingdom
RegionWestern Europe
Coverage1976-2026
Open AccessNo
TypeJournal
Rank#1,463

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