The procedures on how ethical issues are reviewed in research are explained in the University of Malta Research Ethics Review Procedures found on the University Research Ethics Committee’s (UREC) website.
Researchers (also referred to as applicants) are to follow the guidelines as outlined in the University of Malta Research Code of Practice also found on UREC’s website in the above-mentioned link. One is also strongly advised to refer to the set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on UREC's website.
The procedure to submit the research proposal is undertaken via an online form which needs to be filled in and submitted. It is important to note that the previous downloadable forms have been discontinued. The first step is to download the full replica of the new online form to familiarise oneself with its contents and requirements and to consult with the supervisor as necessary. The research ethics and data protection form should then be filled in online; the form itself provides information on the submission process.
Before proceeding in submitting the URECA form, applicants are advised to verify if collaborating institutions necessitate authorisation for the proposed research or access to participants. If obtaining prior approval from FREC is necessary for the collaborating institution(s) to grant permission, kindly respond to Question 17 with 'Yes/Unsure.' If you have already secured the required permissions from the collaborating institution(s), please respond to Question 17 with 'No' and attach a PDF copy of the written authorisation(s) to your URECA form.
Undergraduate Degrees: Not later than the 10th November at 1700hrs, of the current Academic year in which they are to start work on their Thesis.
- Bachelor in Health & Safety (Hons): Not later than 8th April 2024.
- Bachelor in Work & HR (Hons): Not later than 8th April 2024.
Postgrad Degrees (On Year): Not later than the 10th April at 1700hrs, of the Academic year in which they are to start work on their Thesis.
Postgrad Degrees (Two Years): Not later than the 10th November at 1700hrs of the Academic year in which they are required to submit their dissertation.
Academic Submissions (i.e. Academic Researchers including Lecturers, PhD candidates and MA by Research Candidates): Not later than the 10th of every month before starting to work on their Paper.
The online form has three parts:
Part 1: Applicant and project details
Part 2: Self assessment and relevant details
Part 3: Submission
Dr Daniela Castillo, Chair
Ms Josian Grech, Secretary
FEMA Departments:
Dr Francis Debono, Department of Accountancy
Dr Robert Suban, Department of Banking and Finance
Dr Daniel Gravino, Department of Economics
Dr Ian P. Cassar, Centre for Distributed Ledger Technologies (Economics & Finance area)
Dr Jonathan Spiteri, Department of Insurance
Dr Nathaniel Massa, Department of Management and MBA
Dr Miriam Pocock, Department of Marketing
Dr Luke J. Buhagiar, Department of Public Policy
Other Entities:
Dr Lisa Pace, Edward de Bono Institute for the Design and Development of Thinking
Prof. Manwel Debono, Centre for Labour Studies
Dr Andreas Kotelis, Institute for European Studies
Dr Stefano Moncada, Island and Small States Institute
Dr John Ebejer, Department of Tourism Management