Course overview
This is a core course in the Graduate Certificate in Research Skills and Master of Research programs intended to provide an introduction to the principles of research ethics and integrity and regulatory requirements for those who have no significant prior learning of research methods and skills. It forms a foundation from which further development of research skills can be undertaken through further coursework, and through the conduct of supervised research. Students will learn about the responsible conduct of research, specifically as covered by the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of research. Relevant legislation pertaining to human and animal ethics will be introduced. General principles of ethical professional conduct, including management of conflicts of interest will be introduced.
- Research ethics versus research integrity
- Ethical frameworks
- Ensuring research integrity through sound research practices - Research Integrity Codes and Guidance
- National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research
- Ethical and respectful Indigenous research practices
- Australian code for the care and use of animals for scientific purposes
- Other than Human or Animal ethics
- Data collection and storage
- Data analysis and presentation
- Managing conflicts of interest
- Scholarly publication
- Ethical use of generative AI in research
- Breaches of the code
Course learning outcomes
- Explain how rigorous application of good research practices underpins the integrity and trustworthiness of research outcomes.
- Identify the principal regulatory frameworks applying to the conduct of research in a chosen context
- Identify ethical considerations typically applied in the conduct of research in a chosen context
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 24939
Section WS01
Size 20
Available 14
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 55036
Section WS01
Size 20
Available 20
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