Norwegian version

Research ethics

PhD course

Research ethics considers ethical issues that arise in all stages of research and introduces tools and guidelines to conduct research responsibly.

About the course

Application and admission

This course is primarily for students enrolled in a PhD programme. Pending availability, applicants with a master’s degree or equivalent (120 ECTS) will be considered for admission.

We do not process applications without the following required attachments:

  • All applicants must submit a short summary of their research project.
  • If you are enrolled in a PhD programme outside of OsloMet you must provide a certified statement of admission.

Please upload required attachments in the “My documents” section in Søknadsweb.

Autumn 2024

To apply for this course, submit your application via Søknadsweb (fsweb.no).

Application deadline: October 15. 

The course is listed in Søknadsweb under the section “PhD courses – SPS Autumn 2024”.

Teaching dates

All classes are held from 09:00 until 15:00 on the following dates:

  • November 14-15.
  • November 18-19.

Room: PA314 (mazemap.com)

OsloMet reserves the right to adjust the scheduled program in the event of unforeseen events. OsloMet cannot reimburse individual expenses as a result of cancellations or other changes in the course program.

Curriculum

Total: approximately 364 pages

  • De Vries, R. G., Rott, L. M., & Paruchuri, Y. (2010). “Normative environments of international science.” In M. S. Anderson & N. H. Steneck (eds.), International research collaborations. Much to gained, many ways to get in trouble. Routledge. (16 pages) 
  • Douglas, H. (2008). The role of values in expert reasoning. Public Affairs Quarterly 22(1), 1-18. (18 pages)
  • Hoecht, A. (2021). “Chapter 9: Trust, control, and responsibility in research – An accountability perspective.” In P. Gibbs & P. Massen (eds.), Trusting in Higher Education
  • A multifaceted discussion of trust in and for higher education in Norway and the United Kingdom (133-144). Springer. (11 pages)
  • Thomas-Hughes, H. (2018) “Ethical ‘mess’ in co-produced research: reflections from a U.K.-based case study.” International Journal of Social Research Methodology, 21(2), 231-242. (11 pages)
  • Israel, M. (2015). Research ethics and integrity for social scientists: Beyond regulatory compliance. Sage. Chapters 5 and 10. (33 pages) 
  • Kvale, L., & Pharo, N. (2020). “Understanding the Data Management Plan as a boundary object through a multi-stakeholder perspective.” International Journal of Digital Curation, 15(1). (16 pages)
  • Norwegian National Committee for Research Ethics in Sciences and Technology (2016). “Guidelines for Research Ethics in Science and Technology” (2nd ed). (24 pages)
  • Norwegian National Committee for Research Ethics in the Social Sciences and the Humanities (2021). “Guidelines for Research Ethics in the Social Sciences and the Humanities” (5th ed). (36 pages)
  • Norwegian National Committee for Research Ethics in Sciences and Technology (2016). “Guidelines for Research Ethics in Science and Technology” (24 pages)
  • Nelson, D. K., & Forster, D. (2021). “Guidelines, codes, and regulations.” In A. S. Iltis & D. MacKay (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Research Ethics. (21 pages). 
  • Tiidenberg, J. (2020). “Research ethics, vulnerability, and trust on the internet.” In J. Hunsinger et al. (eds.), Second International Handbook of Internet Research. (14 pages)
  • Shamoo, A.E., & Resnik, D.B. (2022). Responsible conduct of research. 4th ed. Oxford University Press. Chapters 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, and 12. (136 pages)
  • World Medical Association (2013). Declaration of Helsinki – Ethical principles for medical research involving human subjects. (10th ed). (4 pages).

Course certificate

Participants that have successfully completed the course can order a transcript of records via StudentWeb (fsweb.no) or Vitnemålsportalen (vitnemålsportalen.no).

More information about transcript of records and diplomas (student.oslomet.no).

Questions about this course?

If you have questions about admission or the application process, please contact the administration.

If you have questions about the content or teaching of this course, please contact the course coordinator: