Guidelines on Research Ethics and the Registration of Research Projects for Ethical Approval ( these include
guidelines on the use of children, young people, and other potentially vulnerable groups in research and on Data Protection issues)
Guidelines on Preparing Information Sheets and Consent Forms for Research Projects
University Risk Elimination and Control Form
Terms of Reference and Constitution of the Ethics Committee
BBSRC - Safeguarding Good Scientific Practice
ESRC Research Ethics Framework
Jisc: Frequently Asked Questions on Freedom of Information and Data for Researchers
MRC - Guidelines on Ethics and Good Practice
National Research Ethics Service (NHS)
Working Group on Ethical Review of Student Research in the NHS
Further Information
If you need any further information or assistance contact:
John Walter, Secretary to the Ethics Committee: by Telephone 0121 204 4869 ORby e-mail: j.g.walter@aston.ac.uk