Guidance

Research by higher education institutions

When undertaking research will further a main charitable aim.

From:
The Charity Commission
Published
1 June 2009

Applies to England and Wales

Documents

Research by Higher Education Institution

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Details

This guidance is for:

  • charity trustees of higher education institutions (HEIs)
  • staff at HEIs involved in arranging or managing research
  • commercial organisations that fund research at HEIs
  • government departments involved in funding or regulating the activities of HEIs

It explains:

  • how charitable status and public benefit affect HEI research
  • when research will, and will not, be charitable
  • what are private benefits, and when they are acceptable in furtherance of a main charitable aim
  • how HEIs can benefit from non-charitable research
  • where to find further guidance

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Published 1 June 2009

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