Policy Statement
The School is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity and accountability in research. This Research Ethics and Governance Code of Practice ensures that all research, including final projects, adheres to ethical principles safeguarding participants' dignity and rights. It mandates ethical clearance, informed consent, confidentiality, and responsible data use. We support researchers with training and resources to maintain a culture of ethical scholarship and governance excellence.
Principles
- Integrity: Upholding the highest standards of honesty and integrity in conducting research.
- Transparency: Ensuring research processes are transparent and subject to scrutiny.
- Respect: Treating all research participants with dignity and respect.
- Accountability: Holding researchers accountable for conducting ethical research.
- Compliance: Adhering to all applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines.
- Social Responsibility: Acknowledging the impact of research on society and the environment.
- Informed Consent: Ensuring all participants provide informed consent.
- Confidentiality: Protecting the confidentiality of data and the privacy of participants.
- Risk Minimisation: Identifying and minimising potential risks to participants and researchers.
- Independence: Making decisions free from bias or undue influence.
- Review: Subjecting research proposals to rigorous ethical review.
- Continuous Improvement: Regularly updating policies to reflect evolving ethical standards and practices.
Metrics and KPIs
The following metrics will be measured and regularly reviewed as key performance indicators for the School to ensure the effectiveness of this policy and associated operations.
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