The Academic Integrity Policy

This policy applies to all students registered in any course. Any student who violates the standards of academic integrity will be subject to appropriate sanctions 

  • Describes those actions and behaviors which violate Carleton University’s standards of academic integrity 
  • Defines the responsibilities of various offices and individuals in upholding the policy 
  • Specifies the procedures and processes to be followed when an allegation of violation these standards have been made against a student 
  • Specifies the sanctions that may have applied to a student who has been found to have violated the standards 
  • Describes the appeal and petition process open to students who feel they have been treated unfairly under this policy 
  • The academic integrity policy applies to all registered students 



Principles

  • Carleton University seeks to ensure that allegations of violations of this policy are managed appropriately 
  • Allegations shall be handled in a fair and equitable manner 
  • Students will be advised that they can seek assistance from Ombuds Services to guide them through the allegation of violating academic integrity 
  • Investigative procedures shall be conducted in a timely and consistent manner 
  • Definitions: University Registrars Office, Ombuds Services, Senate Executive, Senate Academic Appeals Integrity Committee