To introduce fundamental concepts of scientific research methodologies and research ethics.

To familiarize students with local and international regulations, guidelines, and definitions related to research and publication ethics.

To define and illustrate plagiarism and related unethical practices, including their academic and professional consequences.

To equip students with methodologies for producing original, plagiarism-free work.

To develop awareness of the researcher’s responsibilities in conducting reliable, valid, and ethically sound scientific research.

To enhance students’ ability to critically evaluate ethical aspects of research through the preparation of a proposal or a similar writing piece .