Guide to Conducting Research 

Procedure:

Please read the steps below before submitting the application online.

1.    Please read the following:

2.    Meet with your supervisor to discuss ethical issues and requirements in relation to your proposed research.

3.    You will need to submit the following documents in your online application:

  • Completed research proposal
  • Information letter/s for participants
  • Consent form/s for participants. See examples of participant information letters and consent forms (also see a child friendly version).
  • Copies of interview questions (or guide) if appropriate
  • Copy of questionnaire (if appropriate)

4.  Submit application ONLINE.

NOTE: If you are conducting research in a government school that falls under WCED, you will need to seek permission to do research in schools. Once you have received ethical clearance from the School of Education, please visit: http://wcedapps.westerncape.gov.za/research/index.php Mr. Meshack Kanzi is the contact person if you have queries (meshack.kanzi@westerncape.gov.za).

Applications must be submitted online. For queries, please contact Prof Joanne Hardman (joanne.hardman@uct.ac.za).