Análise bibliométrica da produção científica dos graduandos em Arquivística na Escola de Comunicação e Artes da Universidade Eduardo Mondlane (2020-2023)

Abstract

Introduction: Research in Archival Science, focusing on student contributions to scientific journals and periodicals, plays a crucial role in understanding the evolution and development of the field. Utilizing metric studies such as bibliometrics, it is possible to map scientific activity, its main trends, and established communication networks. Objective: This study aims to investigate the scientific production of Archival Science students at the School of Communication and Arts, Eduardo Mondlane University, from 2020 to 2023. Specific objectives include analyzing the scientific productivity of students, identifying demographic profiles, and highlighting the main themes explored. Methodology: An exploratory and descriptive methodology was adopted, with quantitative and qualitative approaches. Bibliometric methods were used to analyze the students' publications, who constitute the study population. Data collection was carried out through consultation of the library collection and the completion of a specific form. Content analysis was employed for result validation. Results: The results indicate an increase in the scientific production of Archival Science students, especially in the most recent years. The significant scientific contribution of faculty members also stands out, evidencing engagement and interest in research in the field. Predominant themes in the works include document management, digitization, permanent archives, classification, and the National Archives System of the State, reflecting the diversity and interdisciplinarity of Archival Science. Conclusion: The study reveals growth in scientific production in Archival Science among students at Eduardo Mondlane University, demonstrating the dynamics and relevance of the field. The thematic variety points to the expansion and consolidation of Archival Science as a fundamental discipline in the social sciences and humanities.