Research Ethics

"Rhodes is a research led university, and, despite its relatively small size, is one of the pre-eminent research institutions on the continent, which produces world leading research for the advancement of humanity and the natural world.  

Building on the foundation of intellectual rigour which has defined Rhodes University for generations, the diverse student body, outstanding pass and graduation rates, and amongst the highest per capita research output rates in South Africa, our research groups and individual scholars and teachers continue to strengthen the intellectual reputation of our institution, regularly receiving widespread recognition for their work." (source Rhodes University)

Ethical Review Application System (ERAS)

At Rhodes University, the ethical conduct of research is a high priority. Ethical research is promoted as part of research training and supervision, in Higher Degrees review processes, short courses for staff and students, and engagements with national experts. 

In addition, Rhodes has adopted the Department of Health’s research Principals, Processes and Structures (DoH, 2015) accredited by the National Health Research Ethics Council (NHREC).

There are three committees at Rhodes to provide ethical clearance for research by students and staff:

Five principles for research ethics


Emerald Publishing and our editors are fully committed to ethical publication practice. We act in accordance with the principles outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and support the development, and practical application, of consistent ethical standards throughout the scholarly publishing community. 

Best Practice Guidelines on Research Integrity and Publishing Ethics