The Scottish Archaeological Journal publishes research on archaeological investigations across Scotland, covering prehistoric periods from the Neolithic to the Iron Age, as well as medieval and post-medieval activity. It includes studies of settlements, fortifications, industrial structures, and frontier works, often utilizing excavation data, artifact analysis, and documentary evidence.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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ArcheologyQ3
Archeology (arts and humanities)Q3
Cultural StudiesQ3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Archaeology
Scopus Categories
Cultural StudiesArcheology (arts and humanities)Archeology
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Archaeology and ancient environmental studiesMaritime and Coastal ArchaeologyArchaeological Research and ProtectionScottish History and National IdentityHistorical and Cultural Archaeology StudiesHistorical Studies of British IslesCultural Heritage Management and PreservationPleistocene-Era Hominins and ArchaeologyForensic Anthropology and Bioarchaeology StudiesAncient Mediterranean Archaeology and History