Applicants
If you have not applied for ethical approval before make sure to go to the how to apply page first.
Making an application
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Check to see why you need ethical approval (PDF, 25 KB).
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Make sure you read the guidelines accompanying the application form so that you fill the form in correctly.
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Check when the next application deadline is and submit as early as possible.
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Students - remember that your supervisor will need to read and authorise your form before it is submitted, make sure you leave time for this.
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If you cannot find the information you need in the application guidelines, check the training & advice section of this website and consult with the Research Ethics Office if you cannot find the answer there.
Draft applications
The Research Ethics Office is happy to look at draft applications where the researcher has concerns about specific areas prior to submission only if:
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You have read and fully complied with the guidelines.
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Your supervisor has read and approved the draft (for students).
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You have submitted your draft to the Office at least 2 weeks before the deadline for submission.
If the above has not been met or it is clear that the guidelines have not been read/complied with, the Office will return the draft.
Please note that the Office staff will only review a draft application once. If your application was returned due to insufficient information, this will count as a review.
Storing research records
For guidance on how long to store your research records, see the research records section of the Information Management site.