Academic Integrity

Academic integrity (學術誠信) refers to the honest and ethical manner in which academic work is done, whether it is an assignment, an examination, an oral presentation, or a research project or report.
PolyU views Plagiarism as a serious disciplinary offence.
It is a fundamental value that all students at PolyU are expected to uphold.
As part of the University’s continuous effort in maintaining a fair and honest learning environment at PolyU, an online tutorial has been developed to:
- raise your awareness of the University’s expectations for honest academic behaviour
- explain to you the importance of upholding academic integrity
- provide you with information about what might constitute academically dishonest behaviour and plagiarism
- explain ways for you to stay clear from academic misconduct and plagiarism
The following students are required to complete the Online Tutorial on Academic Integrity on Blackboard:
- 4-Year Undergraduate students taking the subject of Leadership Education and Development. Students who have been granted exemption or credit transfer for the subject need to take the online tutorial separately; and
- Senior Year Intakes and Articulation Degree Programme students taking the subject of Essential Components of General Education; and
- Some Higher Diploma or Postgraduate students studying designated subjects or programmes as requested by Subject Leader or Programme Offering Department
The Online Tutorial is accessible on LEARN@PolyU (理學網).
Upon completion of the Online Tutorial on Academic Integrity, you will receive a copy of eCertificate via PolyU Connect email account.

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