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Published by: Cambridge University Press
https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/american-political-science-review
| Discipline name | Position | Best Scientists | Publications | D-Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Political Science | 3 | 106 | 118 | 34 |
The journal investigates areas of study like Economic history, Political economy, Politics, Law and economics and Law. Economic history study tackled is connected to the field of Media studies. While it focused on Political economy, it was also able to explore topics like Democracy and State (polity).
American Political Science Review addresses concerns in Politics which are intertwined with other disciplines, such as Theology, Public administration, Government, Power (social and political) and Religious studies. The Law and economics study featured in the journal draws connections with the study of Humanities.
The published articles are organized to reinforce research efforts on Politics, Political economy, Democracy, Voting and Public administration. While the primary focus in the most cited articles is Politics, they also dissect topics surrounding Government and Public economics as a whole. Issues in Political economy were discussed in the published articles, taking into consideration concepts from other disciplines like Competition (economics), Ideology, Development economics, Economic system and Public opinion.
Politics, Political economy, Horticulture, Agronomy and Democracy are the subjects of interest in American Political Science Review. It is focused mainly on Politics, particularly Authoritarianism. The concepts on Political economy presented in American Political Science Review can also apply to other research fields, including Elite, State (polity) and Voting.
American Political Science Review features studies on Horticulture, including topics such as Yield (wine). It held discussions to help close the divide between two different fields of study: Agronomy and Yield (engineering).
A key indicator for each journal is its effectiveness in reaching other researchers with the papers published at that venue.
The chart below presents the interquartile range (first quartile 25%, median 50% and third quartile 75%) of the number of citations of articles over time.
The top authors publishing in American Political Science Review (based on the number of publications) are:
The overall trend for top authors publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top authors.
Only papers with recognized affiliations are considered
The top affiliations publishing in American Political Science Review (based on the number of publications) are:
The overall trend for top affiliations publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top affiliations.
The publication chance index shows the ratio of articles published by the best research institutions in the journal edition to all articles published within that journal. The best research institutions were selected based on the largest number of articles published during all editions of the journal.
The chart below presents the percentage ratio of articles from top institutions (based on their ranking of total papers).Top affiliations were grouped by their rank into the following tiers: top 1-10, top 11-20, top 21-50, and top 51+. Only articles with a recognized affiliation are considered.
During the most recent 2021 edition, 61.08% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 39.24% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 6.33% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 8.86% of all publications and 45.57% were from other institutions.
A very common phenomenon observed among researchers publishing scientific articles is the intentional selection of journals they have already attended in the past. In particular, it is worth analyzing the case when the authors participate in the same journal from year to year.
The Returning Authors Index presented below illustrates the ratio of authors who participated in both a given as well as the previous edition of the journal in relation to all participants in a given year.
The graph below shows the Returning Institution Index, illustrating the ratio of institutions that participated in both a given and the previous edition of the conference in relation to all affiliations present in a given year.
Our experience to innovation index was created to show a cross-section of the experience level of authors publishing in a journal. The index includes the authors publishing at the last edition of a journal, grouped by total number of publications throughout their academic career (P) and the total number of citations of these publications ever received (C).
The group intervals were selected empirically to best show the diversity of the authors' experiences, their labels were selected as a convenience, not as judgment. The authors were divided into the following groups:
The chart below illustrates experience levels of first authors in cases of publications with multiple authors.
Studying political science opens a wealth of career opportunities in various fields. Many graduates venture into careers in law, journalism, business, international affairs, and of course, politics. However, did you know that a political science degree could also open doors in education? Specifically, in the field of librarianship.
Beyond the traditional roles, librarians today play a major part in developing information literacy, a skill that's increasingly vital in the modern world. Librarians often conduct research, manage and digitize archives, implement technology, and even develop educational programs for users, among numerous other duties. Positions vary from public and school librarians to academic and special librarians.
If you're interested in combining your political science expertise with a career in librarianship, it is recommended to get an ALA-accredited Master's degree in Library and Information Science following your undergraduate degree. Vermont, as one example, highlights certain specific school librarian requirements
for those keen on entering the field.
This interplay between political science and librarianship is just an example of how multifaceted a political science degree can be. When choosing a career path, consider how you can leverage your unique skills and interests with the knowledge you've gained from your degree.
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(2020)Giacomo Benedetto;Simon Hix;Nicola Mastrorocco
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(2021)Angela L. Bos;Jill S. Greenlee;Mirya R. Holman;Zoe M. Oxley
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(2020)Chad Hazlett;Matto Mildenberger
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(2021)Exploring a degree in Political Science often opens doors to diverse fields and advanced educational opportunities. For those interested in shaping communities, an urban planning degree offers practical skills in city development and public policy, complementing political science foundations.
Graduates may also consider specialized fields such as forensic psychology, where understanding human behavior intersects with legal systems. Careers in this area can be pursued through focused programs, illustrated by examples of jobs with a masters in forensic psychology, which emphasize analytical and investigative skills valuable in political and legal contexts.
For those seeking the highest level of scholarship, some institutions now offer a phd without dissertation options, enabling candidates to advance their expertise without the traditional research thesis. This pathway can accelerate career progression in academia or policy research.
Additionally, professionals aiming for leadership roles in public administration may explore a mpa one year program. These intensive degrees provide essential management and policy skills that enhance a political science background with practical governance capabilities.
