Priority for Lab 15: Achieving Ethical Approval

• Must achieve ethical approval as part of group
• Required to pass the module
• No exceptions

Timeline & Next Steps

After Reading Week:

• Data preprocessing begins
• Data analysis starts

Warning:

• Organizing data collection after reading week will:
  • Waste valuable lab time
  • Reduce ability to follow along with resources
  • Impact your learning experience

Key Resources Available

• Mini dissertation writing guide
• Support from lab tutors - it will get busier as people ‘return’

Action Points

If You Have Limited Data:

• Raise this with lab tutors immediately
• Don’t wait until after reading week
• Seek guidance on data collection strategies

For All Students:

• Review ethical approval requirements
• Ensure all group members understand their roles
• Check data collection progress and report to lab tutors

Supporting Your Success

• Lab tutors available for guidance (in labs)
• Resources continuously available
• Focus on meeting key deadlines
• Prioritize ethical approval

Next Steps Timeline

1. Complete ethical approval process
2. Finalize data collection
3. Reading week (recharge batteries)
4. Begin data preprocessing after reading week
5. Start analysis phase all joined up with preparing the submission

Research Methods Lab 15 - Data Audit