Online research integrity training is available via the course booking system CoSY providing an introduction to research integrity (or good practice in research).
The core course has been designed to support researchers from all disciplines through some of the key issues that need to be considered when planning, conducting and reporting research. Amongst other topics, the course covers professional responsibilities, designing and conducting research, relationships (both with other researchers and the broader community and the public), scholarly publication, research dissemination and impact, issues in research governance and what to do if research misconduct is suspected. Potential problems are identified, along with suggestions for how they can be resolved. Practical examples and activities are included to develop understanding of more complex situations.
Given the importance of training in research integrity (as emphasised in the 2019 update of the Concordat to support research integrity and by major research funders when auditing the University), Research and Innovation Committee agreed at its March 2020 meeting that this should be compulsory for all University of Oxford researchers.
The core course is compulsory for all University of Oxford research students (either on graduate taught courses or taking research degrees). It is also available to all University staff and students who are interested in undertaking more detailed training in this area. The refresher course is more suitable for experienced University of Oxford researchers (for example, postdoctoral researchers or established academic staff).
There are also specialist supplementary modules available covering specific aspects of research integrity, relevant to certain types of research. They cover research involving human participants, research involving animals, intellectual property, conflicts of interest, and export controls.
Certification of completion of each course is also available (once you have achieved the required 80% pass mark).
The courses are available as follows:
Further information about Research Integrity and Ethics training is available at Integrity and ethics training | Research Support (ox.ac.uk)
