Accessing the Research Integrity Training
Learn about new updates to the Research Integrity training and find out how to access and complete the course.
Research integrity and ethics
How we make sure our research meets the highest ethical standards including guidance, resources and contact information.
News
News and service updates about research integrity and ethics.
Research Ethics Open House
This open house will take place every 2nd Wednesday of every month (except August) from 12.15 to 1.15pm.
Embracing AI with integrity
The UK Research Integrity Office (UKRIO) guidance aimed at helping researchers use artificial intelligence responsibly in their work.
REC meeting dates and deadlines for applications
Dates of REC meetings and associated deadlines for Ethical Form submissions.
Human Tissue Risk Assessment Form
Researchers working with human tissue must complete this form to comply with the Human Tissue Act (2004) and HTA Codes of Practice.
Changes to the Ethics@Bath form
Ethics@Bath has been updated following feedback. See below for key changes and how they may affect you.
Overview and guidance
Our statement on research integrity and ethics and advice to help you carry out ethically responsible research.
Carrying out ethically responsible research
What you need to do as part of your research project to make sure your research complies with our ethical principles.
Definition of research integrity
What research integrity means to us and how we make sure our research continues to meet the highest standards.
Getting help with research integrity and ethics queries
Find out who to contact if you have a question about our research integrity and ethics.
Accessing external research ethics resources
Essential information and documents provided by Research Councils and other public or professional bodies.
Annual statement on research integrity 2023/2024
The University's annual statement sets out our actions and initiatives to sustain and enhance the integrity of our research for the 2023/24 academic year.
Previous statements on research integrity
Read more about the University's previous statements on the integrity of our research.
Processes and Training
Details of processes that need to be followed and training available.
Ethics Review Process
Find out about Ethics@Bath, the new online system for submitting and reviewing research ethics application forms.
Research Ethics Training Opportunities
Training on research ethics and the online ethics system.
Research Ethics Training
Recording of the research ethics session provided by UKRIO. Please use the timestamp table to navigate through the session or find topics more relevant to you.
Training requirements for the Human Tissue Act 2004
In order to be compliant with the HTA we need to ensure that all researchers working with human samples are appropriately trained.
Governance
The codes of practice, policies, and procedures that guide and inform our research activities.
Code of good practice in research integrity
Principles and standards that you must adhere to if you are involved in research at the University of Bath.
Principles of research assessment and management
The principles that outline our approach to research assessment and management, including the responsible use of quantitative indicators.
Commitment to responsible research assessment
Our commitment to implementing fair and responsible methods of research assessment and management.
Allegations of misconduct in research
Our procedure for inquiring into allegations of misconduct in research and scholarship.
Previous statements on research integrity
Read more about the University's previous statements on the integrity of our research.
Animal research
Find out about ethics and integrity in our animal research.
Animal research: policy statement
How we approach research involving animals, including regulations we follow, our ethical review process and the animal species we use in our research.
Obtaining Sponsorship from the University of Bath - guidance
This guide outlines the process of applying for research Sponsorship from the University of Bath.
How and why we carry out animal research
Frequently asked questions about our animal research activities and the impact on animals.
Facts and figures about our animal research
See more details of the type and scale of our animal research.
Checklist of Ethics Applications for Research with Human Beings
This checklist is aimed at researchers seeking ethical approval for research involving human participants.