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Module Description
Ethics and Deontology is a transversal module introducing Master’s students to ethical principles,
professional responsibilities and academic integrity in higher education and scientific research. It
addresses academic freedom, scientific truth, fairness, objectivity, the rights and obligations of
researchers, and the prevention of plagiarism. Complementary lectures examine publication ethics,
academic mentorship and the responsible use of artificial intelligence.
Module Objective
Students develop an understanding of university ethics and research deontology, enabling them to
situate themselves responsibly within the research community and uphold scientific integrity.
Prerequisite Knowledge
The module complements and enriches knowledge acquired in Research Methodology, particularly
academic writing and research practice.
Intended Learning Outcomes
• Distinguish ethics, morality and deontology in academic contexts.
• Explain academic freedom, professional responsibility and competence.
• Recognize the importance of scientific truth, fairness and objectivity.
• Identify the rights and obligations of researchers.
• Recognize and prevent plagiarism and other forms of academic misconduct.
• Apply ethical principles to teaching, supervision, research and AI-assisted academic work.
Course Content and Proposed Lecture Sequence
01 Introduction to Ethics and Deontology
02 Academic Freedom
03 Responsibility and Professional Competence
04 The Requirement of Scientific Truth
05 Equity and Objectivity
06 Rights of Researchers
07 Obligations of Researchers
08 Plagiarism and Academic Integrity
09 Codes of Ethics in Academia and Research
10 Ethics of Teaching and Academic Mentorship
11 The Use of Artificial Intelligence in Ethics and Deontology
Teaching and Learning Methods
Explanatory lectures, guided discussions, case studies, practical exercises, ethical dilemma analysis
and collaborative activities.
Assessment
Assessment follows the department’s approved regulations. Depending on institutional requirements,
activities may include written assignments, case analyses and classroom participation.
Expected Competencies
Ethical awareness, responsible academic conduct, respect for scientific truth, critical judgment and
commitment to research integrity.