Aims and Scope of Journal of Sociology
The Journal of Sociology is a quarterly peer-reviewed academic journal covering sociology with a focus on Australia. The journal's editors-in-chief are Steve Matthewman (University of Auckland) and Kate Huppatz (University of Western Sydney). It was established in 1965 and is published by Sage Publications on behalf of The Australian Sociological Association. Less
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| Overview | |
| Publisher | SAGE PUBLICATIONS LTD |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Publication Start Year | 1998 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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