2004 | OriginalPaper | Chapter
Academic Standards
Published in:
The Principles of Writing in Psychology
Plagiarism and academic dishonesty are regarded very seriously. The penalties involved can include loss of marks, failure in a subject or course, termination of candidature, or removal of a degree. Moreover, in a student’s future occupation or profession the consequences are no less serious. Careers have been ruined! It is important, therefore, to understand what constitutes plagiarism and academic dishonesty.