Introduction to ethics for ECRs
28 October 2025 11:00 until 12:00
Online
Speaker: Research Ethics and Integrity team
Part of the series: ECR Development Series
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You can not collect any new data from humans, animals, social media or conduct auto-ethnographic research without having received ethics approval beforehand, it is essential to understand the ethics approval process.
This workshop will look at the key principles of undertaking ethical research, and explain how to go about obtaining ethical approval from the University. There will also be opportunities to consider some case studies, ask questions about your own work, and gain insights on how to embed good ethical practices in your research.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this workshop, participants will:
- Understand the University process for gaining ethical approval and received guidance on how to make a strong application
- Have had the opportunity to discuss ethical issues arising in your research and explored how to address them
Target audience
Early career researchers and academics.