Dissertation research ethics: Getting started
When completing an undergraduate or master’s level dissertation, there are a number of ethical requirements that must be taken into account.
The purpose of this section of Laerd Dissertation is to help you complete the Research Ethics section of your Research Strategy chapter.
This article provides a framework for the articles in this section of the Laerd Dissertation website.
The purpose of this section of Laerd Dissertation is to help you complete the Research Ethics section of your Research Strategy chapter.
This article provides a framework for the articles in this section of the Laerd Dissertation website.
Core ARTICLES
Principles of research ethicsThere are a number of basic, practical ethical principles to consider when designing and conducting your dissertation. This article discusses five core ethical principles: (1) minimising the risk of harm; (2) obtaining informed consent; (3) protecting anonymity and confidentiality; (4) avoiding deceptive practices; and (5) providing the right to withdraw.
Research strategy and research ethicsThe research strategy that you choose to guide your dissertation determines the approach that you should take towards research ethics. Since this research strategy consists of a number of components (e.g. research paradigm, research design, research methods), it is necessary to understand how these components will impact on the research ethics guiding your dissertation.
Ethics Consent FormIf you are expected to complete an Ethics Consent Form before you can conduct primary research for your dissertation, this article sets out the four components that your Ethics Consent Form may need to include.