Research Integrity and Ethics Training
As subscribers to UKRIO, Liverpool Hope University has access to a number of online training courses throughout the year to support researchers. Please see the information below for training that is currently available.
An Introduction to Research Integrity Training
Introduction to research integrity is a four-module course that has been carefully refined following a successful pilot with nearly 9,000 participants across 100+ research organisations across the UK. It is designed to provide a strong foundational understanding of research integrity principles, along with practical guidance on how to apply them in everyday research practices.
This course is suitable for researchers at all career stages and across disciplines, as well as research governance professionals. It serves as a foundational course for early-career researchers and a refresher for experienced professionals.
This course will help staff apply research integrity principles to strengthen good research practice and enhance the integrity of their work.
Sign up for ‘Introduction to Research Integrity’
When accessing the course for the first time, learners will need to register using their name, surname, and institutional email address. Registration is open on a rolling basis and is no longer limited to a one-month window, as it was during the pilot phase. Learners can save their progress and return to the course at any time before 21 May 2026.
Additional guidance on accessing and using the course is included in the Learner Starter Pack.
The Ethics of Research involving Human Participants Training Suite
This training will be available from 10th December 2025 to 20th May 2026. These courses are designed to help staff and students gain a deeper understanding of ethical research and navigate the challenges that arise when conducting research involving human participants.
Developed in partnership with the University of Suffolk and reviewed by experts from a wide range of disciplines, the training combines current ethical principles with practical guidance. It offers an engaging, interactive learning experience that is relevant across diverse research contexts.
This package is designed for organisations to deliver high-quality training to their teams. It is particularly relevant for:
- researchers at any career stage – from students and early-career researchers to experienced professionals
- staff involved in the design, review, or management of research projects involving human participants
- members of Research Ethics Committees (RECs) or equivalent bodies
The courses can serve as an introduction for new staff or a refresher for experienced teams, helping organisations embed ethical standards and good practice in research.
Course 1: The ethics of research involving human participants: an introduction
Ethics Training Course 1 Flyer
A four-module foundation exploring how ethical standards in research have evolved, why they matter, and how they guide responsible research from conception to dissemination.
UKRIO Ethics Course 1 Workbook
Ethics Training Course 2 Flyer
A course examining the ethical complexities of emotionally challenging or sensitive research, with a focus on risks and benefits for both participants and researchers.
UKRIO Ethics Course 2 Workbook
Course 3: Research with children and young people
Ethics Training Course 3 Flyer
A course providing guidance on conducting research with children, focusing on ethical responsibilities and safeguarding considerations.