About the Journal

Scope of Coverage:

This journal covers interdisciplinary research at the intersection of urban studies, spatial planning, and social science. Key areas include:

  1. Urban Informatics, Smart Governance and Digital Transformation
  2. Urban Regeneration, Housing Studies and Spatial Justice
  3. Community Governance and Public Service Delivery
  4. Urban Mobility, Transport Planning and Infrastructure
  5. Urban Resilience, Climate Adaptation and Environmental Planning
  6. Urban Economic Geography and Innovation Spaces
  7. Social Planning, Policy Evaluation and Inclusive Development

Area of Specialty

Bridges urban planning, social science, data science, and policy studies to offer transformative insights into urban systems and social structures. Champions rigorous mixed-methods approaches—from spatial analysis (GIS) and quantitative modelling to ethnographic fieldwork and participatory action research—ensuring scholarly excellence and practical relevance. Directly addresses UN Sustainable Development Goals (particularly SDG 11) and national strategic priorities while examining their local implementation and community impacts.

Aims and Core Advantages：

Urban Science and Social Planning aims to advance knowledge at the nexus of urban development and social equity. The journal provides a platform for cutting-edge research that addresses the complex challenges of contemporary urbanization through innovative methodologies and critical perspectives.

  • Critical Interdisciplinary Integration:

Bridges urban planning, social science, data science and policy studies to offer transformative insights into urban systems and social structures.

 

  • Methodological Innovation:

Champions rigorous mixed-methods approaches—from spatial analysis (GIS) and quantitative modelling to ethnographic fieldwork and participatory action research—ensuring scholarly excellence and practical relevance.

 

  • Global-Local Nexus:

Directly addresses UN Sustainable Development Goals (particularly SDG 11) and national strategic priorities while examining their local implementation and community impacts.

 

  • Evidence-Informed Policy:

Connects theoretical advances with practical applications, supporting urban governance and planning through robust empirical research and policy evaluation.

 

  • Social Justice Orientation:

Maintains a critical focus on spatial justice, community empowerment, and equitable development in diverse urban contexts.