Key elements that ensure St Mark’s research is conducted honestly, responsibly and in compliance with national standards. By adhering to the frameworks below, St Mark’s ensures its scholarship is not only theologically robust but also aligned with best-practice research ethics and integrity.
All Charles Sturt University researchers and students are bound by this Code, which sets out principles for honesty, rigour, transparency, respect and accountability in research
Charles Sturt University’s Research Policy (ID 536) commits the University to compliance with:
Since 3 October 2007, Charles Sturt’s Code of Conduct for Research has been replaced by “Part A: Principles and Practices” of the Australian Code, ensuring alignment with NHMRC, ARC and Universities Australia standards.
Policies & Procedures: Detailed guides on authorship, data management, conflicts of interest, and research records.
Research Integrity Advisors: Dedicated advisors provide one-on-one support, training and confidential advice.
Training Modules: Research Integrity training and related online courses promote awareness of ethical responsibilities and regulatory compliance.
Raising Concerns: Clear channels exist for reporting and investigating suspected breaches of research integrity.
All research projects led by St Mark’s staff or students (whether theological, historical, sociological or applied ministry studies) must be submitted through Charles Sturt’s Research Ethics and Integrity Office for:
Ethics Assessment: Using Charles Sturt’s online application system.
Committee Approval: Review by HREC or other relevant committee.
Ongoing Compliance: Annual progress reporting, amendments for protocol changes, and final project audits. Application to St Mark’s NTC
