The Australian Code for the Responsible Practice of Research

All researchers are required to undertake training on the Australian Code for the Responsible Practice of Research.  In describing good practice, the Code promotes integrity in research for researchers and explains what is expected of researchers by the community. In providing advice on how to manage departures from best practice, the Code assists researchers, administrators and the community in this important matter.

The Australian Code provides information on how to manage breaches of the Code and allegations of research misconduct, how to manage the storage of research data and materials, how to publish and disseminate research findings, including proper attribution of authorship, how to conduct effective peer review and how to manage conflicts of interest. It also explains the responsibilities and rights of researchers if they witness research misconduct.

Completion of training in the Code is a pre-requisite for the completion of the Core Component of the Structured Program for all research students. Similarly, training in animal and human ethics is a requirement for all students who need the appropriate ethical approval for their work.

The Australian Code for the Responsible Practice of Research can be viewed online. Compliance with the Code is a prerequisite for receipt of National Health and Medical Research Council and Australian Research Council funding.

Online training

Three Online training modules are available:

• Publication & Dissemination of Research Findings 
• Management of data and primary materials and
• Authorship Issues 

For further information

• See the University's Responsible Conduct of Research Policy.
• You are also encouraged to consult your supervisors, Postgraduate Coordinator or Head of School in regards to the appropriate conduct of research in your discipline. The Dean of Graduate Studies and the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Research) are also available for consultation where required.