Institutional Policies

Academic Integrity Policy

The university’s commitment to academic integrity and research ethics.

Last updated: 23 Aug 2026

العربية

Sawa University is committed to promoting academic integrity in teaching, research, and publishing, and to addressing any form of academic misconduct.

1. Integrity principles

  • Honesty in preparing research, assignments, and examinations.
  • Respect for intellectual property and proper citation of sources.
  • Transparency and responsibility in academic and collaborative work.

2. Unacceptable conduct

  • Plagiarism or using others’ work without attribution.
  • Cheating in examinations or facilitating it.
  • Fabrication or falsification of data and results.
  • Submitting another person’s work as one’s own.

3. Procedures

When a violation is established, academic and administrative measures are taken under university regulations and applicable instructions, while safeguarding the right to defense and appeal.

4. Awareness and support

Students and faculty are encouraged to follow citation guidelines and research ethics. Relevant academic units may be contacted for guidance and support.

5. Updates

This policy is reviewed periodically in line with Ministry of Higher Education requirements and university regulations.

This policy text can be updated periodically by the website administration.