Does Student research require review?
Yes. If students are conducting research as part of a class assignment, or as part of the requirement for a degree, and the research involves human subjects, records gathered on human subjects, or human tissue, then the IRB must review the proposed research.
Tips for student research
- Advisor's signatures are required on IRB applications for student research. Application approval can be held up if signature is not provided when submitted.
- For international research, allow plenty of time for the IRB approval process. We suggest submitting application materials 3 months ahead of when research is planned to begin.
- Speak with your advisor about your previous experience and coursework to determine if it is appropriate for the research you are proposing and the risk(s) you are proposing for your research subjects.
- If you are a non-traditional student (i.e., one who brings additional research or specialized experience to the project), inform the IRB of that fact in your submission materials or application.
Guide to the IRB for Social Scientists
 Risks and Wrongs in Social Science Research: An Evaluator's Guide to the IRB (pdf)
by J. Michael Oakes
- IRB basics and background from a social scientist perspective
- How and why evaluation and observational research falls within IRB purview
- Discussion of 3 important issues: Subject Recruitment, Informed Consent, and Confidentiality
- Tips for improving your relationship with IRBs
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Help applying for review
Application process "Walkthrough"
For help with the application process, see the Applying for review section of our web site.
Guidance for Research
International & Cross-Cultural Research
Involving Students or Employees as Research Subjects
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