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Research Security Training and Guidance

This page brings together training, guidance, and practical examples to help staff identify and manage Research Security risks associated with collaborative research. Whether you are developing a new collaboration or managing an existing project, these resources will support you in understanding your responsibilities and embedding Trusted Research principles throughout the research lifecycle. 

Training courses

  • University Essentials (inc. Data Protection & Cyber Security) – the mandatory Data Protection & Cyber Security course (ECAC2425) covers the key principles of UK data protection law and provides best practice cyber security advice.  
  • Export Controls Training Course – this training course was developed by the Higher Education Research Security Association (HERSA) in collaboration with the UK government and is critical for understanding and complying with export control regulations.  
  • Cyber Security - Phishing awareness training – an introduction to 'phishing' scams together with practical actions you can take to protect yourself. A knowledge test is included at the end, and the module takes about 15 minutes to finish.  

Guidance 

  • Research Risk Profiler – a questionnaire that takes 15 minutes to complete. It helps quickly identify project-specific challenges in key risk and compliance areas and signpost to resources and support that the University offers.  
  • Intellectual Property and Confidentiality: A Researcher's Guide – an Innovation Factory overview of the key issues relating to Intellectual Property which are likely to arise during your academic/research career. 
  • Information Security Classification Scheme – a structured framework for managing information according to its sensitivity, ensuring that appropriate levels of confidentiality are consistently applied. 
  • Contracts – if you are having discussions with external organisations, whether it is a charity, another university or a company, you will need to consider if a contract is required. The Contracts StaffNet site contains a range of guidance including flowcharts and FAQs. 
  • IT – Cybersecurity – comprehensive advice on cyber security.

UK Government Guidance

This section includes guidance and resources from the UK government, including case studies, examples of good practice and managed risks.