Academic misconduct
Actions or behaviours undertaken by a student that violate academic integrity standards, such as plagiarism, collusion or falsifying data.
Academic support staff
Dedicated staff within an institution in a teaching role who assist students with academic concerns.
Allegation
A claim or accusation that a student has committed academic misconduct, prompting the initiation of an investigation. This may also be called a suspicion.
Appeals
The right to appeal academic misconduct decisions by presenting valid reasons or new evidence to an appeals committee for a fair review.
Confidentiality
The protection of sensitive information by ensuring only authorised individuals have access, particularly in cases of academic misconduct.
Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021
The Threshold Standards are a set of guidelines and regulations governing the management, security and confidentiality of student records and institutional practices in higher education.
Investigation
The formal process undertaken by an institution to review, assess and resolve allegations of academic misconduct. This includes the collection of evidence, communication with relevant parties and determination of outcomes.
National Student Ombudsman
The National Student Ombudsman is a free and independent service which works to resolve student complaints about higher education providers.
Penalty
A consequence or sanction imposed by an institution in response to substantiated findings of academic misconduct. Penalties may vary depending on severity and whether misconduct is repeated.
Student guild
Often an independent body, separate from your institution who can help you with your response. Sometimes referred to as student ambassadors, advocates or representatives.
Student support team
The staff members involved in supporting you through your studies. Sometimes referred to as student experience team, student advisors or academic success centre.
Transcript
The official record of a student's academic performance and achievements, which may include documentation of academic misconduct cases if applicable.
Unit
The body of curriculum for a specific topic. Also referred to as module, course or subject depending on your institution.
Withdrawal
The act of discontinuing enrolment in a course or unit of study. In the context of academic misconduct, investigations typically continue regardless of withdrawal.
Student academic misconduct resources