Overview of the Research Support
The Midlands State University Research Unit supports high-impact, relevant research aligned with the University’s vision of academic excellence and national development. It facilitates access to research funding, promotes innovation, ensures compliance with ethical standards, and provides capacity-building support across all disciplines.
The research support unit plays a central role in advancing knowledge production through structured, transparent, and integrity-driven research processes. Key research policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are provided below to guide all MSU researchers.
- Research Policy
- Research Strategy
- Research Ethics Policy
- Research and Innovation Incentive Policy
- Intellectual Property Policy
- Research Affiliation Policy
- Research Board Guidelines
- SOPs
Ordinary Research Grant Application Process
