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Academic misconduct

• Academic Misconduct means acting dishonestly or unfairly in connection with any examination or other assessment task, or other academic work. The penalties for acts of academic misconduct can be severe.
  
  Students may be terminated/expelled from the University or the results be annulled.
  
  University policy on Academic Misconduct [.doc]

Misconduct appeal

Purpose

When a student receives notification of charges of misconduct against them and they believe these charges to be incorrect or

unjustified they can formally appeal the charges.

Process

A formal appeal requires a letter to the Head of School or the Executive Dean within ten (10) working days of the date of the notification

of the outcome of the alleged offence. A decision will be made and the student shall be notified, in writing, within seven (7) working

days of the decision.

A formal appeal regarding more serious misconduct requires a letter, which must be lodged with the Academic Registrar within ten (10) working days of the date of the notification of the outcome of the alleged offence.

Tips

Charges of misconduct and subsequent appeals are treated gravely so be thorough and honest when putting together your appeal.

You may want to request the support of the Counselling service. You also have a right to request support for yourself if a formal interview

is required. To prevent being placed on further charges of misconduct read the student charter available on line or in the handbook.

Academic Misconduct Appeal Policy [.doc]

Student Charter 2008 [pdf]