Augustinian Studies and Theology
Augustinian Studies and Theology is a research topic within Philosophy. Science Explorer counts 4.6k research works in it since 1950. 11.6% of them reached the world's top 10% most cited for their field and year.
This cluster of papers focuses on the theology, philosophy, and influence of Augustine, a prominent figure in Christianity. It covers a wide range of topics including Augustine's early theology, invention of the inner self, political philosophy, exegesis, ethics, salvation, memory, and the Trinity.
- Augustine
- Theology
- Philosophy
- Christianity
- Exegesis
- Platonism
- Ethics
- Trinity
- Salvation
- Memory
- Research works
- 4.6k fractional, since 1950
- In the world top 10%
- 529 per year above
- Top-10% rate
- 11.6% share of its works in the world top 10%
- Growth, 2013–17 → 2018–22
- +14% the tick is no change
Which countries lead Augustinian Studies and Theology research?
By volume, the United States and France publish the most (188 and 74 works in 2022–2025).
By volume, 2022–2025
- 1 United States 188 works
- 2 France 74 works
- 3 United Kingdom 50 works
- 4 Brazil 50 works
- 5 Spain 45 works
- 6 Italy 40 works
- 7 Poland 30 works
- 8 Germany 29 works
- 9 Argentina 21 works
- 10 Canada 15 works
How concentrated that is
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Which institutions lead Augustinian Studies and Theology research?
By volume in 2022–2025, University of Modern Sciences publishes the most Augustinian Studies and Theology research, followed by Ca' Foscari University of Venice and Universidad de Buenos Aires.
By volume, 2022–2025
- 1 University of Modern SciencesUnited Arab Emirates 12 works
- 2 Ca' Foscari University of VeniceItaly 8 works
- 3 Universidad de Buenos AiresArgentina 8 works
- 4 University of Notre DameUnited States 8 works
- 5 John Paul II Catholic University of LublinPoland 7 works
- 6 University of OxfordUnited Kingdom 7 works
- 7 Pontifical University of John Paul II in KrakówPoland 6 works
- 8 Durham UniversityUnited Kingdom 6 works
- 9 Universidad Complutense de MadridSpain 6 works
- 10 Université de LilleFrance 6 works
Who are the leading researchers in Augustinian Studies and Theology?
The most-cited researchers publishing on Augustinian Studies and Theology include J. Wetzel.
- 1 J. Wetzel Armenia 3.2k citations
Ranked by citations received across their whole record, among researchers with at least three works on this topic.
Where is Augustinian Studies and Theology research done?
The largest centres of Augustinian Studies and Theology research in 2022–2025 are Paris (France), Madrid (Spain), Buenos Aires (Argentina) and Dubai (United Arab Emirates).
Largest cities, 2022–2025
- 1 Paris France 25 works
- 2 Madrid Spain 18 works
- 3 Buenos Aires Argentina 13 works
- 4 Dubai United Arab Emirates 12 works
- 5 London United Kingdom 11 works
- 6 Rome Italy 10 works
- 7 Lyon France 9 works
- 8 Lille France 8 works
- 9 Venice Italy 8 works
- 10 Notre Dame United States 8 works
Where is the best place to study Augustinian Studies and Theology?
Among universities, judged by research, University of Modern Sciences score highest, combining excellence, specialisation, size, growth and international reach. Research strength is one signal when choosing where to study; it does not measure teaching.
| # | University | Score | Top 10% | Specialisation | Works | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Modern SciencesUnited Arab Emirates | 6.0 | 0.0% | 974.5× | 12 | — |
Universities only. Score blends excellence (30%), specialisation (25%), size (20%), growth (15%) and international reach (10%), 2015–2022; growth compares 2010–14 with 2015–19.
Is Augustinian Studies and Theology research growing?
Output in 2018–2022 was 14% higher than in 2013–2017, peaking in 2025. The fastest-growing topics are Augustinian Studies and Theology.
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