Completing an application
Starting an application
The researcher selects to start an application via the option on the homepage or via ‘My ethics’ on the right of the homepage, depending on the institution’s configuration.
After reading any introductory notes provided by the institution, the applicant confirms they want to ‘Start ethics application.’
Navigating the application form
The application is split into tabs. Mandatory questions are highlighted with a red asterisk.
Guidance notes
Guidance notes display to the side of relevant questions. Click the guidance note icon to read the guidance.
Filtering questions
Additional question or tabs may appear based on the answers provided to earlier questions.
Uploading files
Supporting documentation can be uploaded within the form wherever there is the option to ‘Drag files here or choose file.’ Multiple files can be uploaded in this file upload areas. There is no limitation on the file format.
Saving and returning to drafts
Draft applications can be saved using the ‘Save for later’ option at the bottom of any tab. The applicant can return to the application via ‘My ethics’ in the right of their homepage.