Doctoral course on Open Science

What exactly is Open Science—and why should it matter to you as a doctoral student? 

This training is designed to demystify open science and show how it can empower your research journey. From increasing visibility and credibility to meeting the expectations of funders and journals, open science is becoming an essential part of academic life. 

Through four interactive modules, you’ll explore the key pillars of open science and learn how to apply them directly to your own work in the Human and Social Sciences: 

• Introduction to Open Science: Understand the principles, motivations, and evolving landscape of open research. 

• Open Access: Learn how to make your publications freely available and navigate publishing options. 

• Research Data Management & Data Management Plans: Discover how to organize, document, and preserve your data effectively. 

• Open and FAIR data sharing: Gain practical skills in sharing data responsibly and in line with FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) 

By the end of this course, you will be able to: 

• Identify and explain the key dimensions, concepts, and societal values underpinning Open Science, and articulate its relevance to your doctoral research. 

• Evaluate and choose appropriate publishing models, and apply Open Access principles to disseminate your work effectively within UCLouvain’s framework. 

• Develop and implement a research data management strategy, including writing a robust Data Management Plan tailored to your project. 

• Prepare and share your research data in accordance with FAIR principles 

Each session blends theory, meta-research findings, hands-on exercises, and peer discussions to help you build practical skills and reflect on how open science can enhance your research impact. 

All modules will be delivered by: 

•  Yves Deville (EPL)

• Dr. Joelle Desterbecq (research data officer BIUL/ADRE) 

• Aurore Wuyts (research support / Open Access / DIAL.pr BIUL) 

• Prof. Simon Hazée (LRIM)