The University Senate has resolved to introduce a compulsory Academic Integrity Course to all students registered for undergraduate and postgraduate (NQF 5 to NQF 8) programmes, as part of orientation activities from the 2025 academic year.
Academic integrity represents our commitment to and demonstration of honest and ethical behaviour in academic settings. It encompasses ethical principles, such as honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage. It is important for, ensuring the value of Unisa's qualifications, and fostering a culture of trust and respect within the academic community.
The course is aimed to empower you to embody the values of honesty, respect, fairness and accountability in your academic and professional journeys. It also provides you with foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to navigate your studies ethically and responsibly. You will learn practical approaches to academic writing, strategies to avoid plagiarism, guidelines for ethical AI use, and the importance of ethical decision-making in assessments and research.
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Publish date: 2025/02/06