► Plagiarism & Cheating

The University of Worcester takes all allegation of plagiarism very seriously and has procedures in place when dealing with students. Click here to view the Cheating Procedure.

Why is it called the Cheating Procedure?

The University of Worcester uses the terms 'learner incompetence' and 'cheating' to cover all the possible methods of plagiarism both intentional and unitentional.

Examples of plagiarism include:

• Quoting someone else's work without proper references or quotation marks
• Using other materials such as charts and tables without reference
• Copying from another student, with or without permission
• Collaborative work with other students presented as your own
• Submitting work that had been submitted to the University at an earlier stage without referencing the earlier work

How can I avoid plagiarism?

As a student, you are expected to familiarise yourself with the different types of plagiarism and how to avoid it.

Student Services run a series of workshop sessions each yer to help develop your study skills.

1-2-1 Sessions with a subject specialist librarian are run on demand, just email to book a session.

• To find out more visit www.worcester.ac.uk/studyskills
• To book a 1-2-1 email askalibrarian@worc.ac.uk
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Surely no-one will know if I commit plagiarism

It is wrong to think that you can commit plagiarism and it will go undetected. The University uses sophisticated software called Turnitin to detect plagiarism as well as the judgement of academics.

The risks of committing plagiarism are serious and can lead to the termination of your studies

Advice and Support from the SU

What if I have been accused of plagiarism?

Advice and representation is available from the Student Advisor in the Students' Union.

We are here to help you understand the regulations and procedures. We also ensurethat any case is handled in accordance with University procedures and that the outcome is reached fairly.

Need more information?

The SU have produced a short advice leaflet about plagiarism. If you want further information please get in touch with the Student Advisor, Kate Gynn 01905 543210 or email k.gynn@worc.ac.uk

Our Plagiarism Advice Leaflet