What does the Committee for Research Ethics and Integrity do?

The University has a Code of Conduct for Responsible Research Practices which is applicable to all researchers at the University.

The Committee for Research Ethics and Integrity is responsible for formulating a comprehensive policy on research ethics and integrity for the University as a whole as well as continuously evaluating and improving the existing policy measures of the University in accordance with the statutory requirements and best practices for research ethics and integrity.

What are the functions of the Faculty Committees for Research Ethics?

The various Faculty Committees for Research Ethics have the authority to consider, approve or reject research protocols within the guidelines of the general policy.

Faculty Research Ethics Committees

The Animal Use and Care Committee (AUCC) – a University-wide committee which reviews all protocols involving animals

Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology (EBIT) Research Ethics Committee

Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences Research Ethics Committee

Faculty of Education Research Ethics Committee

Faculty of Health Sciences Research Ethics Committee

Faculty of Humanities: Research Proposal & Ethics Committee (RESPEthics Committee)

Faculty of Law Research Ethics Committee

Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences Research Ethics Committee

Faculty of Theology Research Ethics Committee