Research ethics and governance
Find guidance on research ethics and governance - setting out the high standards that are expected of researchers at a world-class university.
Research ethics and governance
Research ethics
Research ethics are principles that guide how you should work with:
- research participants, their data or tissue
- other researchers and colleagues
- users of your research
- others you engage with
Research ethics are part of good governance and apply to all research conducted at the University. Failure to gain an appropriate approval can be treated as misconduct.
Research governance
Research governance is the broad framework and principles that we use to ensure that the quality of research is consistent with the high standards that are expected of a world-class university.
This includes policies for ensuring that we are compliant with agendas such as research integrity, open access and research data management. It improves research by:
- safeguarding participants in research
- protecting researchers and investigators by providing clear frameworks
- enhancing scientific quality and ethical awareness
- minimising risk
- monitoring practice and performance and preventing misconduct
- promoting good practice and ensuring lessons are learned
The links on this page will help you comply with the University’s ethical standards.