Aims and Scope of International Journal of Sociology and Social Policy
The International Journal of Sociology and Social Policy is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering research in sociology and on social policy. The journal was established in 1981 and is published by Emerald Group Publishing. The editor-in-chief is Colin C. Williams (University of Sheffield). Less
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2.5
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45
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Q1Sociology and Political Science

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1.05
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| Overview | |
| Publisher | EMERALD GROUP PUBLISHING LTD |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| Publication Start Year | 1981 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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