Ethical recommendations for thesis writing at universities of applied sciences (pdf) (Arene)
Checklist: Ethical Instructions for Students
- I have ascertained my possible conflicts of interest.
- I have familiarised myself with the topic of my thesis.
- I have, together with my supervisor, ascertained the resources required for my thesis.
- I have acquainted myself with the guidelines of research ethics.
- I have acquainted myself with the principles linked with the handling of personal information and data protection and the instructions from my university of applied sciences.
- I have ascertained, together with my supervisor, whether my thesis requires a preliminary ethical review and/or research permit, and if needed, taken care of these.
- I have signed the required agreements together with my supervisor and my collaborative partners.
- The authorship of my thesis and possible other publications connected with my thesis are agreed upon.
- The storage, ownership and usage rights of the materials for my thesis have been agreed upon in a manner accepted by all parties.
- I have reported on the funding and potential conflicts of interest regarding my thesis.
- I am aware that my thesis will be examined in a plagiarism identification system.
- I understand that my thesis is a public document.
- I have a right to a high-quality thesis process.