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Overview
The People Studying People - Research Ethics in Society programme is offered by University of Leicester by FutureLearn
What is ethical research?
- If we consider data collection and its reporting to make up research, then we will all have been exposed to being participants in some form of social research. Data collection from people in society is now part of everyday life.
- Ethical research demands that respect is afforded to the rights and dignity of human participants. Studies need to be designed to be worthwhile and any potential harm anticipated and minimised.
- Ethical research requires thinking carefully about what constitutes participation in research and the responsibilities of researchers not only to participants, but also to all those affected by a study.
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...- Reflect on the value of thinking ethically about social science research
- Apply consequential principles of ethical thinking to identifying a research focus
- Identify the range of responsibilities of a social science researcher
- Explore approaches to developing respectful research relationships
- Apply deontological principles of ethical thinking to meeting researcher obligations
- Develop informed decisions about what constitutes ethical social science research
Programme Structure
Topics include:- The importance of ethical thinking to studying society
- What constitutes unethical research
- What makes research worthwhile
- What a researcher can do to maximise the benefits of a study
- What is responsible research
- Which legislation and regulations researchers should consider
- What is respectful research
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 21 days
- 2 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
- Start straight away and join a global classroom of learners.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Sociology Ethics View 11 other Short Courses in Ethics in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This course is designed for current or aspiring researchers in Social Science, Arts or the Humanities. You may have a research project in mind or one that is underway.
- It would also suit those with broader interests in evaluating research involving human participants, including those as potential participants.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents49 EUR / full≈ 49 EUR / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents49 EUR / full≈ 49 EUR / full
Funding
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