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Research and Teaching Collaboration Compliance with the National Security Act (2023)

Research and Teaching Collaboration Compliance with the National Security Act (2023)

Highlights

  • On-Demand micro-learning course

  • 1 hour

  • All levels

Description

This course is designed to support University of Greater Manchester staff secure compliance with the provisions of the National Security Act (2023) and the National Security (State Threats) Act 2026

micro-learning course Content

10 sections•30 lessons
Introduction to the National Security Act (2023) and 2026 Regulations3 lessons
  1. Overview of the National Security Act (2023)
  2. 2026 Regulations: Expanding the Framework
  3. University of Greater Manchester: Governance and Compliance Context
Core Obligations for Academic Researchers and Course Developers3 lessons
  1. Understanding Legal Responsibilities
  2. Academic Freedom and Security: Finding the Balance
  3. Knowledge Sharing, Data, and International Collaboration
Risk Assessment and Management in Research Activities3 lessons
  1. Principles of Risk Assessment under the Act
  2. Applying the University Decision Tree
  3. Escalation and Approval Processes
Governance Structures and Accountability3 lessons
  1. University Governance: Senate, Committees, and Risk Owners
  2. School Research Co-ordinators: Leadership and Support
  3. Heads of School: Accountability and Decision-Making
Practical Application: Case Studies and Scenarios3 lessons
  1. Case Study 1: International Research Collaboration
  2. Case Study 2: Sensitive Data and Dual-Use Research
  3. Case Study 3: Teaching and Knowledge Transfer Risks
Escalation, Approval, and Documentation Procedures3 lessons
  1. Escalation Pathways: When and How to Escalate
  2. Approval Processes and Institutional Oversight
  3. Documenting Compliance: Templates and Best Practices
Training, Awareness, and Continuous Improvement3 lessons
  1. Mandatory Training for Researchers and Course Developers
  2. Raising Awareness: Communication Strategies
  3. Continuous Improvement and Feedback Loops
Special Topics: Dual-Use, AI, and Cybersecurity3 lessons
  1. Dual-Use Research: Risks and Controls
  2. Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies
  3. Cybersecurity in Academic Research
Responding to Security Incidents and Breaches3 lessons
  1. Identifying and Reporting Security Incidents
  2. Investigation and Remediation
  3. Learning from Incidents: Prevention and Policy Updates
Course Review, Assessment, and Learner Feedback3 lessons
  1. Comprehensive Course Review and Key Takeaways
  2. Final Assessment: Knowledge Check
  3. Learner Satisfaction Survey

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