Research metrics
Measuring impact in the arts, humanities and creative industries
Measuring impact in the arts, humanities and creative industries
Due to their focus on indexing the journal literature, databases such as Scopus and Web of Science are not as appropriate for finding metrics in the humanities and creative industries disciplines and non-traditional research outputs. While their indexing of non-journal literature is increasing, researchers should consider other sources to locate evidence of impact for their research outputs.
The University’s Research Engagement and Impact (EI) Toolkit provides information and resources to support engaged research practice, knowledge translation and research impact. This toolkit seeks to:
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While the primary publication type indexed in citation databases, such as Scopus and Web of Science is the journal article, there is some inclusion of other research outputs, including books, book chapters, conference papers, and reports.
Library holdings |
Library holdings will show how widely books are held both within Australia and internationally. |
Book reviews |
Book reviews may be included in academic journals or newspapers and can provide evidence of the value of a book to the academic community or broader general public. |
Book sales and downloads |
Has the book been listed as a bestseller, or been translated or reprinted?
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Articles in The Conversation |
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Recordings on YouTube, Vimeo and other platforms |
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Creative writing |
Includes fiction, poetry, screen scripts, journalism, public speeches etc.
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Exhibition |
Exhibitions outcomes, including curation and exhibitions
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Performances |
Includes recordings, video and streaming, concerts, recitals, theatre productions, directing and productions, and musical scores
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Software, apps and websites |
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