Policies and documents
Research
We are committed to delivering the highest standard of research in a supportive environment. The policies below detail our compliance to that commitment.
Research ethics and integrity
Policies and documents for research ethics. This includes our code of practice for research integrity and intellectual property policy.
Research degrees
Policies and documents for our research degrees. Documents on this page are relevant to research students registered for York St John University degrees.
Open scholarship
Our approach to Open Access for our research and the data that underpins it.
Data protection
How we gather and handle data and how to report a data breach.
Visiting Scholar policy
York St John welcomes applications from both UK and international academic staff and postgraduate researchers looking to spend a maximum of one year as a Visiting Scholar.
We are keen to support collaborations between York St John University (YSJU) and researchers from external institutions.
- Visiting Scholar Policy (Staff and Students) (PDF, 0.2 MB)
- Visiting Scholar Application Form (docx, 75.2 kB)
Our Commitment to Responsible Research Assessment
York St John University is committed to the fair, transparent, and inclusive use of research metrics. As part of our strategic approach to research excellence and integrity, we have published a Responsible Metrics Statement that outlines how we apply metrics in research evaluation.
This statement reflects our alignment with national frameworks such as REF 2029 and international principles including DORA, and supports our goal of fostering a diverse and impactful research culture.
You can read the full statement below.
