Ethical review and the practical application of ethics within research play an essential part in helping to ensure the integrity of research. Access information and support to help you with ethical approval processes at UCL.
New UCL ethics application system
Learn about the ethics@ucl system and its implementation below. We recommend visiting our Apply for ethical approval and Using ethics@ucl pages before using the system.
Next high-risk submission deadline: Wednesday 29 April 2026
Reviewing committees next meet: w/c 01 June 2026
Spring deadline: Friday 27 February 2026 for initial feedback on low-risk applications submitted to the central Research Ethics Service before the end of term (Friday 27 March 2026)
All high-risk applications should be submitted via ethics@ucl. Find future deadlines, meeting dates, and advice on preparing your application via the link below.
We run weekly drop-in sessions for staff and student researchers with queries about ethical review processes and activities managed by the team every Tuesday, 2:30-3:30pm, during term time.
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