Overview

Research governance is the framework by which the University manages research to ensure research integrity is maintained. This framework includes principles, legal and regulatory provisions, standards of good practice, policies, guidance, systems, management and supervision. Further information about UWE Bristol's framework for research governance is set out in the University’s Code of Good Research Conduct.

Regulations

E10 Research governance, conduct and assessment offences

  1. Candidates must comply with the University's and/or the approved equivalent collaborative partner institution's policies and Code of Good Research Conduct as set out in regulation A5 of the University's Academic Regulations.
  2. The Director of Studies (DoS) and supervisory team will ensure that candidates have access to information and training on the University’s expectations.
  3. Allegations of misconduct will be investigated in accordance with the procedures set out in the University’s Code of Good Research Conduct and/or the University's Academic Conduct Policy and Academic Misconduct Procedures (PDF).

Procedures about research governance

Procedures about academic misconduct and the investigation of assessment offences

Doctoral Academy Handbook sections