1. Ethical Research:
An introduction

2. Watch our introductory video to find out more
About Epigeum
Developed through a unique process of global collaboration between world-class subject experts, partner institutions, and in-house specialists, Epigeum’s interactive, online courses make consistent, cost-effective training achievable for all.
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Watch our introductory video to find out more

3. Introducing: Ethical Research
Equip your postgraduates with a firm foundation in ethical research skills
Courses
Modules
Becoming an Ethical Researcher
Ethical decision making
Underpinning values for ethical research
Ethical concerns associated with different forms of research
Ethical concerns associated with different research methods and activities
Research Ethics in Practice
Working with human participants
Understanding research ethics approval
Working ethically in challenging circumstances
Working ethically in a global environment
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4. Programme Structure: Ethical Research
Core activities: approximately 4 hours
2 courses, of 4 modules each
Each module equates to 30 minutes of activity
Audience: Ethical Research
Master’s students
PhD students
Early career academics
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5. Lead Advisors: Research Skills Toolkit
Dr Douglas Halliday is the Director of Durham University’s Global Challenge Centre for Doctoral Training. He is a Co-Director of Durham Institute and runs the Interdisciplinary Centre for Doctoral Training in Energy. His research interests are in the development of sustainable approaches to solar photovoltaic energy.
Professor Fiona Denney is the Director of the Brunel Educational Excellence Centre, Brunel University, a member of the Executive Committee of the UK Council for Graduate Education, a Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and a Fellow of the Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA).
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6. Authors: Ethical Research modules
Dr Kate Chatfield(University of Central Lancashire, UK)
Prof Doris Schroeder (University of Central Lancashire, Cyprus)
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7. Watch our introductory video to find out more about the programme
About Ethical Research
The Ethical Research programme takes a new interdisciplinary approach which aims to train learners in the core skills needed to become an ethical researcher.
Becoming an Ethical Researcher takes a theoretical approach to learning about research ethics, covering ethical values, approaches to ethical decision making and exploring ethical challenges across a range of disciplines.
Research Ethics in Practice explores the practical application of ethics during a research project and covers working with human participants, data management, ethical approvals and working ethically in a global environment.
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Watch our introductory video to find out more about the programme

8. Key benefits: Ethical Research
Deliver core concepts through clear explanations, diagrams and accompanying activities
Highlight good ethical decision-making skills through authentic, multidisciplinary case studies and examples
Enable researchers to reflect on, and compare, their own contexts and attitudes via interactive polls
Enrich learners’ educational experience through additional information and activities, embedded throughout every module
Test and solidify what has been learnt with end-of-module, multiple-choice quizzes
Explore ethical concerns in multiple areas, including the social sciences, arts and humanities, STEM, medicine and public health, and business
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9. Becoming an Ethical Researcher Module 1
Engaging animations, infographics and diagrams introduce key concepts clearly and accessibly

10. Ethical Research Research Ethics in Practice Module 2
‘Learn more’ pods allow for additional learning
Interactive activities effectively strengthen learners’ understanding

11. Becoming an Ethical Researcher Module 3
Interactive diagrams deliver information engagingly
Interactive text boxes allow learners to express their experiences and opinions, and later evaluate these in the context of knowledge gained through each module

12. Ethical Research Research Ethics in Practice Module 4
Authentic video interviews offer insight into real-life examples and scenarios

13. Becoming an Ethical Researcher Module 3
Regular polls provide opportunities for learners to anonymously contribute their opinions on key issues

14. Becoming an Ethical Researcher modules:
Module 1: Ethical decision-making?
Thinking about right and wrong
Thinking about consequences 1
Thinking about consequences 2
Taking a virtue approach
Applying the Golden Rule
Acting on empathy
Module 2: Underpinning values for ethical research
The values-based approach
Fairness
Respect
Care
Honesty
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15. Becoming an Ethical Researcher modules:
Module 3: Ethical concerns associated with different forms of research
Positioning research ethics
Research ethics codes
Ethical challenges for research in different fields
Ethical challenges for interdisciplinary research
Module 4: Ethical concerns associated with different research methods and activities
Fields and methods
Ethical and challenges for quantitative research methods 1
Ethical and challenges for quantitative research methods 2
Ethical and challenges for qualitative research methods 1
Ethical and challenges for qualitative research methods 2
Ethical and challenges for desk-based methods
Ethical and challenges for art-based methods 1
Ethical and challenges for art-based methods 2
Ethical challenges for animal research
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16. Research Ethics in Practice modules:
Module 1: Working with human participants
Human research participants at risk?
The nature of informed consent 1
The nature of informed consent 2
The nature of informed consent 3
Seeking informed consent
Informed consent in complex circumstances
Anonymity, confidentiality, and General Data Protection Regulation 1
Anonymity, confidentiality, and General Data Protection Regulation 2
Module 2: Understanding research ethics approval
Research ethics committees
Do I need ethics approval for my research?
Seeking research ethics approval 1
Seeking ethics research approval 2
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17. Research Ethics in Practice modules:
Module 3: Working ethically in challenging circumstances
Going in with your eyes open
Broadening your perspective
Coping with the unexpected
Module 4: Working ethically in a global environment
Exploitation
The benefits of research
Benefit sharing 1
Benefit sharing 2
A global code of conduct against ethics dumping 1
A global code of conduct against ethics dumping 2
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18. Implementation support
Choose to embed the programme in your VLE or provide access through our dedicated online platform
Utilise administrator reporting functions to explore how your staff and students are responding to the course
Drive student and staff engagement via a suite of print and digital promotional resources, included in your ‘Asset Pack’
Request technical support via our dedicated web form:
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