Adherence to the principles of good research practice is essential for good science. The University of Passau supports you, the established and early career researchers, in adhering to the following principles:
Good research practice
The University of Passau has adopted rules for the ascertainment of good research practice and for the investigation of alleged academic misconduct [German], which are binding for all members of the University. This policy document was elaborated by representatives of the University Executive, faculties, central services and facilites, and the academic support divisions.
In case of conflict between doctoral students and supervisors, or if there are suspicions of academic misconduct, the ombudspersons or members of the University's investigating committee can be contacted directly.
The Graduate Centre offers non-subject-specific training courses to support prospective and current doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers in the successful completion of their research projects and their personal development, and promotes their professional success within or outside the academic sphere. Current seminar topics within the framework of good research practice include 'Academic Writing for Doctoral Students', webinars on plagiarism and copyright, and the e-learning tool 'Gute Wissenschaftliche Praxis' ('good research practice').
