European Planning Studies

About European Planning Studies

About European Planning Studies

European Planning Studies is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal published by Routledge (United Kingdom). It focuses on Q1. Publication coverage spans 1993-2026.

Key indicators: ISSN 0965-4313, 1469-5944; H-index 116; Impact Factor 3.2.

Understanding This Journal's Metrics

Journal metrics help researchers assess fit, but they must be interpreted in context:

• H-index (116): Exceptionally high — 116 articles have each been cited at least 116 times. This indicates deep, sustained influence in the field.
• Impact Factor (3.2): Average citations per recent article. A solid figure indicating regular citation by the research community.

Publishing in European Planning Studies

An established venue in its field. The journal welcomes solid, well-executed research. Ensure your manuscript fits the stated scope and follows author guidelines carefully.

• Scope fit: Confirm your research aligns with Q1. Off-scope manuscripts are typically desk-rejected quickly.
• Author guidelines: Follow formatting, reference style, and article-type requirements exactly — non-compliant manuscripts may be returned without review.

Is This Journal Right for Your Paper?

• Audience match: Will the journal's readers cite and build on your findings?
• Timeline: Higher-tier journals mean longer review and higher rejection risk. Balance prestige against your schedule.
• Indexing: Confirm indexing in Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed (if biomedical) meets your institutional requirements.
• Open access needs: Check funder mandates and whether the journal offers compliant OA options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ISSN of European Planning Studies?
0965-4313, 1469-5944.

Who publishes European Planning Studies?
Routledge.

What are European Planning Studies's metrics?
Impact Factor 3.2; H-index 116.

Is European Planning Studies peer-reviewed?
Yes — it is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal indexed in major academic databases.