University Policy on Plagiarism

Definition of Plagiarism

The University of Sydney Plagiarism Policy states that plagiarism is "presenting another person’s work as one’s own by presenting, copying or reproducing it without acknowledgement of the source." In this case, the source may be another student or a published author's work.

Failing to be academically honest is intentionally attempting to present someone else's work as if it was your own. It is expected that you will need to use ideas and arguments from other writers. As long as you acknowledge the source of all material in your assessment and, with the exception of direct quotes, use your own words, you are being academically honest.

If you are having trouble with referencing, English language expression, or if you generally find it difficult to complete your work in a timely and academically honest manner you should contact your facilitator as early as possible. We are here to assist and support you.

For more information on the University policy on plagiarism for coursework students, refer to the University of Sydney Plagiarism Policy.

Consequences of plagiarism

If it is discovered that you have plagiarised another person's work in an assessment, you will fail the assessment, or even the unit of study. The decision is subject to review by the Dean.