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A1 · Admission Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's Degree in Sciences with Chemistry discipline examination from a recognized institute / University and with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (or) equivalent CGPA.

A2 · Programme Structure & Curriculum

For each academic programme, the curriculum serves as a framework that specifies the credits, course category, codes, titles, and delivery methods (Lectures, Tutorials, Practice, Skills, Projects, Self-Study, Capstone Design, etc.) under the Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS). The curriculum is designed, implemented, and assessed following the Outcome-Based Education (OBE) framework. In designing the curriculum, we ensure the integration of key contemporary and traditional values by embedding Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and Design Thinking principles into courses at their inception.

Each Academic Year consists of two regular semesters, each approximately 20 weeks including classwork and exams:

• Odd Semester: July to December
• Even Semester: December to May

A Summer Term may be offered from May to June but is not considered a regular semester for calculating programme duration.

• Students have the flexibility to choose courses as prescribed by KLEF.
• Each course has a Lecture-Tutorial-Practice-Skill (L-T-P-S) component.

A3 · Course Credit Structure

Credits are allocated to courses based on the L-T-P-S structure:

Formula used in this programme: Credits = L + T + P÷2 + S÷4. Contact hours per week (CH) = L + T + P (skilling excluded from weekly contact time).

A4 · Course Precedence

The following are the guidelines for registering into courses with pre-requisites:

• A course may have one or more of its preceding course(s) as pre-requisite(s).
• To register for a course, the student must successfully be promoted in these course(s) earmarked as pre-requisite(s) for that course.

A5 · Course Categories

KLEF classifies every course into one of seven categories. The Y26 M.Sc. Chemistry programme uses six of these categories, mapped as follows:

* Mapping notes for Y26: AIC is treated as a specialized flexi-core; SPE is the local acronym for KLEF's PEC.

B1 · Registration — Key Guidelines

• Course Availability: Students are permitted to register only for courses offered in the specific semester of enrolment.
• Prerequisites: Any prerequisite courses must be successfully completed before registering for subsequent courses.
• Timely Registration: Students must register on the designated registration day. KLEF reserves the right to deny late registrations.
• Add/Drop/Change Period: Students have a one-week window from the start of classes to add a course and two-weeks to drop or change courses.
• Credit Limits:
  • The recommended credit load is 22-24.
  • The maximum credit load per semester is 30.
  • If a student finds the standard load overwhelming, they can opt for deceleration, taking fewer courses now and making up the credits in a future summer semester.
  • Students in honours programmes or pursuing a minor may be allowed to take on a heavier load through overloading, subject to eligibility criteria.
• Elective Course Availability: KLEF may cancel elective courses with low enrolment within the first week. Students will be able to switch to another elective if they meet its prerequisites.
• Re-registration: If a student wants to improve their grade in a course, they can re-register for it with approval from the Dean of Academics.
• Registration Cancellation: KLEF can cancel a student's registration for disciplinary reasons or plagiarism.
• Timetable Clashes: Students are responsible for resolving any timetable conflicts. They should contact their Department Year Coordinator immediately if any clashes arise.
• Irregularities: If any irregularities are found in a student's registration later on, KLEF may cancel their registration for a course or even the entire semester.

B2 · Registration Flexibilities

• Choice of electives: Students have the flexibility to choose from a diverse set of elective courses that align with their personal interests or career objectives.
• Choice of faculty: Students have the flexibility to choose their preferred faculty members for certain courses, depending on departmental policies and course availability.
• Acceleration & Overloading: Students can accelerate their progress by taking courses from the next semester in advance, or overload by taking more credits than the standard limit. Prior permission from the Dean of Academics is required for either of these.
• Deceleration & Underloading: If students need to lighten their course load, they can decelerate by postponing some courses to the next semester, or underload by taking fewer credits than usual. Students who do not register on time may also be forced to decelerate to compensate the classwork that they missed due to late registration. In both cases of deceleration, permission must be sought from the Office of Dean Academics through proper channel.

B3 · Summer Term Registration

The Summer Term is designed to help students catch up or get ahead. Guidelines:

• Eligibility: Students can register for summer courses if they have backlogs to clear, need to fulfil pre-requisites, or have been approved for acceleration.
• Credit Limit: The maximum credit load for the summer term is 12.
• Timetable Clashes: Students should ensure there are no conflicts in their summer course schedule.
• Attendance & Promotion: The same policies apply as in regular semesters, except that attendance condonation is not available in the summer.

B4 · Course Flexibilities — Delivery Modes

In line with the institution's commitment to personalized learning, courses are offered in multiple modes:

• Regular Mode: Traditional method of learning involving in-person classroom instruction, a structured curriculum, and traditional assessments. Suitable for students who prefer a traditional learning approach and value face-to-face interaction.
• Advanced Mode: Designed for students seeking a more rigorous academic experience, this mode offers additional credits, in-depth theoretical studies, research projects, and complex problem-solving evaluations. Particularly suitable for students participating in honours programmes.
• Experiential Mode: Emphasizes practical learning through real-world projects, lab work, or industry interactions. Offers variable credits based on the extent of practical involvement and assessments centred around project outcomes and presentations. Honours students pursuing experiential learning often choose this option.
• MOOCs Mode: Massive Open Online Courses utilized to support independent learners, such as students engaged in internships or practice school. Students can earn credits by completing accredited online courses at their own pace. Assessments may include online quizzes, certifications, and institutional evaluations.
• Work-in-lieu Mode: Allows students to substitute certain coursework with relevant work experience, internships, or on-the-job training. Credits are awarded based on the work performed; evaluations are typically centred around performance reports, supervisor evaluations, and reflective essays. Ideal for students who want to gain practical experience while fulfilling academic requirements.

C1 · Attendance Calculation

• Attendance calculation for LTPS: Attendance of a student on a course is calculated based on the credit-weighted average of the student's attendance in each of the L-T-P-S components of the course.
• Attendance start date: Attendance is counted from the class commencement date. However, for transferred or newly admitted students, attendance in their admitted semester is counted from the date of admission.

C2 · Attendance Requirements Leading to Promotion

• Minimum Attendance: 85% attendance is required for course promotion and appearing for the semester-end exam.
• Condonation: Up to 10% condonation by Principal, College of Sciences, is possible for medical emergencies with proper documentation submitted within a week. Students will be levied a condonation fee to appear for the semester-end exam.
• Marginal Cases: Attendance slightly below 75% due to severe medical or valid reasons may be considered for further relaxation by the condonation board appointed and headed by the Vice-Chancellor.

C3 · Attendance-Based Marks

• Optional Marks: Course coordinators can allocate up to 5% of the total marks for attendance, clearly stated in the course handout and approved by the Dean of Academics through proper channel.
• Mark Distribution: Marks are awarded based on attendance ranges: 85-88% = 1 mark, 89-91% = 2 marks, and so on. Below 85% results in zero marks, even with condonation.
• Applicability: Attendance marks, if given, apply to all L-T-P-S components cumulatively, not just the theory part.

C4 · Attendance Waiver

• Eligibility: Students with a CGPA and SGPA of 9.00 or higher in the previous semester can get an attendance waiver for up to three courses in the next semester, with prior approval from the Dean of Academics through proper channel.
• Conditions: Students using the attendance waiver can participate in all assessments and evaluation components without being marked ineligible due to attendance-based regulations.

C5 · Compensatory (Extra) Attendance Policy

• Eligibility: Students representing KLEF in events or participating in co-curricular / extracurricular activities can get compensatory attendance with prior written approval.
• Limit: Compensation is limited to 10% of total classes per course per semester and doesn't apply to the summer term.

C6 · Course-Based Promotion and Detention Policy

• Minimum Attendance: Students must meet the minimum attendance requirement to be promoted in a course. If a student fails to meet this requirement, their grade in the course will be marked as "DT", indicating that the student is detained in the course.
• Next Steps after detention: Student must re-register in a detained course and study it completely by attending the classwork, submitting all assessments, taking all evaluation components.

C7 · Eligibility for Appearing Sem-End Examination

A student registered for a course and got promoted is eligible to write the Semester End Examination for that course unless found ineligible due to one or more of the following reasons:

• Shortfall of attendance.
• Acts of indiscipline.
• Withdrawal from a course.
• Non-payment of examination fees.
• Without a hall ticket.

C8 · Semester Promotion Policy

Promotion is only course-based. Semester-based promotion is not applicable for M.Sc. students.

D1 · Assessment & Evaluation Overview

The assessment in each theory subject consists of Sem-In Exams, in-class quizzes / tutorials / home-assignments / Active Learning Methods (continuous assessment) and the Semester End Examination (SEE). Students are advised to refer to the course handout to get more detailed information on assessment.

• Sem-In Examinations and the Semester End Examinations will be conducted as per the Academic Calendar.
• As per the necessity, Supplementary examinations will be conducted at the discretion of Dean Academics with the approval of the Vice Chancellor.
• Students may have to take more than one examination in a day during Sem-In exams, Semester End Examinations / Supplementary examinations.

D2 · Semester-In Evaluation

• The process of evaluation is continuous throughout the semester.
• The distribution of marks for Semester-In evaluation is 60% of aggregate marks of the course.
• The distribution of weightage for various evaluation components are decided and notified by the course coordinator through the course handout after approval by the Dean Academics, prior to the beginning of the semester.
• To maintain transparency in evaluation, answer scripts are shown to the students for verification within one week of conduct of exam. If there is any discrepancy in evaluation, the student can request the course coordinator to re-evaluate.
• The solution key and scheme of evaluation for all examinations are displayed by the Course Coordinator in the appropriate web portal of the course on the day of conduct of examination.
• In case the student is unable to appear for any evaluation component owing to hospitalization, participation in extra/co-curricular activities representing KLEF/state/country; the Dean Academics can permit to conduct re-examination for such students.
• In case a student has missed any of the two in-semester evaluations, s/he is eligible for and will be provided with an opportunity of appearing for re-examination.
• The pattern and duration of such examination are decided and notified by the Course Coordinator through the Course handout, after approval from the Dean Academic.
• If a student earns F grade in any of the courses of a semester, an instant supplementary exam (for only Semester End Exam component) will be provided within a fortnight of the declaration of the results.

D3 · Semester-End Evaluation

• The end-semester evaluation typically includes a variety of components such as Sem End Exams, projects, presentations, or practical assessments, skill assessments as detailed in the course handout.
• Each component is evaluated based on the criteria outlined in the course handout.
• The distribution of weightage for various evaluation components are decided and notified by the course coordinator through the course handout after approval by the Dean Academics, prior to the beginning of the semester.
• To pass in a course, student must meet or exceed the minimum passing marks specified for each end-semester summative assessment component mentioned in the course handout.
• The key and scheme of evaluation for all examinations are displayed by the Course Coordinator in the appropriate web portal of the course on the day of conduct of examination.
• In case the student is unable to appear for any Sem-End summative evaluation component owing to hospitalization, participation in extra/co-curricular activities representing KLEF/state/country; student can request for re-examination by taking prior permission from Dean Academics.
• If a student earns F grade in any of the courses of a semester, an instant supplementary exam (for only Semester End Exam component) will be provided within a fortnight of the declaration of the results.

D4 · Absence in Assessment and Examination

If a student misses a formative assessment component (quizzes, assignments, etc.) due to illness or other valid reasons, no retakes will be permitted, and a score of zero will be recorded. However, in cases of an excused absence, the instructor may allow the student to retake the assessment, subject to written approval from both the Principal and the relevant Head of Department.

D5 · Make-up Exams

A student's absence from Semester-In or Semester-End Exams will only be considered for a make-up exam under the following circumstances:

• Pre-approved participation in university / state / national / international co-curricular or extracurricular activities.
• Illness or medical emergencies resulting in hospitalization, with a doctor's certification explicitly stating the student's inability to attend the exam within the designated period.
• Death of an immediate family member.

D6 · Remedial Exams

• Remedial exams are conducted for students who score less than 60% on Semester-In Exam I and have attended at least 85% of the remedial classes.
• For courses without remedial classes, no remedial exam will be scheduled.
• If a student does not take or scores less than 60% on Semester-In Exam I, they must attend remedial classes and maintain a minimum 85% attendance to be eligible for the remedial exam. The remedial exam score will then be considered.
• The number of remedial classes will be 33% of the regular classes held prior to Semester-In Exam I. However, there are no remedial exams for Semester-In Exam II or laboratory exams.

D7 · Remedial Classes Policy

The following categories of students are recommended to attend Remedial classes:

• Students who did not attend or obtain a minimum of 60% marks in the Sem-In exam I.
• Students for whom CO1 / CO2 is (are) not attained in Sem-In Exam I.
• Any other student may also be permitted to attend remedial classes as per the discretion of the principal.

The following are the guidelines to conduct remedial classes:

• Remedial classes which are scheduled to be conducted usually one or two weeks post conclusion of Sem-In exam I.
• The number of remedial classes to be conducted shall be 33% of regular classes held till the Sem-In exam I.
• Remedial classes MUST NOT be scheduled during regular class-work hours.

D8 · Assessment of Project / Research based Courses

• All project or research-based subjects must have a defined time limit for completion.
• The specific time limits for completion and schedule for monitoring and evaluation of performance of students will be announced each term.
• The final project report, after getting the plagiarism certificate, only will be considered and evaluated by the panel of examiners.
• Student project reports must follow the guidelines prescribed by the office of Dean Academics.

D9 · Grading Process

At the end of all evaluation components based on the performance of the student, each student is awarded based on absolute or relative grading system. Relative grading is only applicable to a section of a course in which the number of registered students is greater than or equal to 25. Choice of grading system is decided by the Course Coordinator with due approval of Dean Academics and is specified in the course handout.

D10 · Betterment

• A student may reappear for the semester-end examination for betterment, only in the theory part of a course to improve their grade, provided that the student has passed the course, his/her CGPA is less than or equal to 6.75 and the grade in the respective course is equal to or lower than a 'B'. In case of reappearing for a course, the best of the two grades will be considered.
• A student may re-register for any course in any semester during the programme to improve their grade if the current grade in the course is lower than 'B+', with the approval of the Dean Academics and in accordance with academic regulations.
• A student cannot reappear for the semester-end examination in courses with an L-T-P-S structure such as 0-0-X-X, 0-0-X-0, 0-0-0-X, Social Internship, Technical Internship, Seminar, Term Paper, Project, Capstone Project, Practice School, Industrial Internship.

D11 · Supplementary

• A student is eligible for a supplementary exam if they don't meet the minimum passing marks for a course or if they fail any component of the end-of-semester assessments listed in the course handout.
• If a student has failed courses from a previous odd semester that are not offered in the current semester, the supplementary exams for those courses will be scheduled for the summer supply.
• As per the end-semester assessment components listed in the course handout (i.e. end-semester summative), if student fails any component, they are eligible for a supplementary exam. Only the component(s) student failed will be considered for this supplementary attempt, though in some cases, you might be allowed to retake all components to improve your marks.
• In cases where there is a clash between supplementary exams and other scheduled exams, students may take the supplementary exams during the summer supply.
• If a student fails any of the end-of-semester examinations in an even semester, supplementary exams will be scheduled either within one month after the release of the results (i.e. summer supply) or during the summer term.
• Student must register for supplementary exams within a specified period after the results are declared.
• Student may be required to pay a supplementary exam fee. Details on the fee structure and payment process will be provided along with the supplementary exam notification.
• A student is not eligible for the award of a degree with First Class with Distinction if they opt for the Supplementary option.

D12 · Revaluation

Students desirous of seeing their Semester End Examination answer scripts have to apply online to the COE for the same within the timeframe as declared by the COE by paying the prescribed fee through ERP.

• There is no provision for re-evaluation in case of Lab / Practical / skilling exams, project, viva-voce exam or seminar / design / mini project courses.
• The final grades awarded to each course shall be announced by the COE and the same will be made available to students through the website / notice boards.

E1 · Requirements for the Award of Degree

To be eligible for the award of a M.Sc. Chemistry degree, a student must successfully fulfil the following criteria:

• Credit Requirements: Earn the minimum number of credits specified in the programme structure.
• Focused Training: Successfully undertake specific training in focused areas that enable students to be successful in their chosen career tracks. The focused areas are: (a) Employment in MNCs, (b) Civil Services, (c) Higher Studies, (d) Research and (e) Entrepreneurship.
• Certifications: Successfully complete at least one global certification or one value-added course in the chosen discipline.
• Audit Courses: Successfully complete all audit courses outlined in the programme structure.
• Minimum CGPA: Achieve a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 5.5 by the end of the programme.
• Extra Courses: Students with extra courses having 'DT' or 'F' grades can still graduate if they meet all other requirements. However, these courses will be factored into the CGPA calculation.
• Time Limit: Complete all requirements within:
  • A minimum of 4 regular semesters (excluding summer terms)
  • A maximum of 4 years

E2 · Academic Bank of Credits (ABC)

• ABC helps students to digitally store their academic credits from any higher education institute registered under ABC in order to award Certificate / Diploma / Degree / Honours based on the credits earned by the student.
• All the credits acquired by the students are stored digitally by registering into Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) portal. It also supports retaining the credits for a shelf period and continuing their programme study with multiple breakovers.
• Students may exit from their current programme of study due to any unforeseen reasons or to focus on their chosen career path. In such cases, the student may break for a period of time (preferably not in the middle of an academic year) and may continue with the programme of study at a later stage.
• Students must be able to complete their programme by not exceeding the maximum duration of the programme. If not, they may be issued with a Certificate, Diploma, Degree or Honours based on the credits acquired over the period of time for all the programmes approved by UGC.

E3 · Award of Class

A student having cleared all the courses and met all the requirements for the award of degree with:

E4 · Award of Medals

KLEF awards Gold and Silver medals to the top two candidates in each programme after successful completion of their study. The medals are awarded based on their CGPA during the Annual Convocation with the following constraints:

• The grade obtained through betterment / supplementary will not be considered for this award.
• He / She must have obtained First Class with Distinction for the award of Gold or Silver medal.

E5 · Credit Transfer

Credit transfer from KLEF to other institutions: Student studying in KLEF can take transfer to another institution under the following conditions:

• KLEF has signed MOU with the institution.
• However, a student, after seeking transfer from KLEF can return to KLEF after a semester or year. Based on courses done in the other institution, equivalent credits shall be awarded to such students.

Credit transfer from another institution to KLEF: A student studying in another institution can take transfer to KLEF under the following conditions:

• When a student seeks transfer, equivalent credits will be assigned to the student based on the courses studied by the student.
• To determine the equivalent credits for a course from a previous institution on a 10-point scale at KLEF, the number of credits of the course is multiplied by the equivalent grade point of the previous institution and then divided by the number of credits of the corresponding course at KLEF.
• If a course from the previous institution has zero credits and no grade assigned, the student must sit for the final examination for the equivalent course at KLEF.
• A transfer student seeking improvement in any course can take the final examination at KLEF, where the grade received at KLEF becomes the final grade recorded on their grade sheets.
• The student, when transferred from other institutions, must stick to the rules and regulations of KLEF.
• To graduate from KLEF, a student must study at least half of the minimum duration prescribed for a programme at KLEF.

F1 · Course Handout

A course handout is a document that provides essential information about a specific course. It's like a roadmap that guides you through the course, helping you understand the expectations, assignments, and grading criteria.

Significance of Course Handout:

• Clarity and Organization: Course handouts help students stay organized and focused by outlining the course structure, topics, and deadlines.
• Expectations: They communicate the instructor's expectations for participation, assignments, and overall performance.
• Grading: Course handouts outline the grading criteria, so students know exactly how work will be evaluated.
• Resources: They often list valuable resources, such as textbooks, articles, or online tools, that can aid learning.

Expectations from the course handout:

• Course Description: A brief overview of the course, its goals, and its relevance to your studies.
• Learning Outcomes: Clear goals for what you should be able to do by the end of the course.
• Instructor Information: Contact details, office hours, and specific communication preferences.
• Course Schedule: A tentative timeline of topics, assignments, and exams.
• Required Materials: A list of textbooks, articles, or other materials essential for the course.
• Assessment Methods: A breakdown of how the final grade will be determined, including the weight of assignments, exams, and participation.
• Assignment Guidelines: Detailed instructions for each assignment, including due dates, submission requirements, and expectations.

Effective use of the course handout: refer to it regularly, highlight key points, and ask questions if something isn't clear.

F2 · Counselling Procedure

KLEF is committed to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment for its students, addressing not only their academic needs but also their psychological well-being. To achieve this, KLEF is implementing a comprehensive Mentor-Mentee Scheme aimed at providing holistic support through academic, career, and psychological counselling. KLEF also establishes the Central Academic Counselling Board (CACB) in addressing academic, career and student-psychological issues.

The Mentor-Mentee Scheme aims to provide personalized guidance and support to students throughout their academic journey. Each student shall be assigned a mentor from the faculty, who will act as a guide, counsellor, and advocate for the student's academic and personal growth. The mentor-mentee relationship is intended to facilitate communication, goal-setting, and problem-solving.

Primary objectives of the Mentor-Mentee Scheme:

• To facilitate a strong and positive mentor-mentee relationship that supports students' academic growth, personal development, and psychological well-being.
• To offer career counselling, guiding mentees in exploring career options, developing professional skills, and making informed career-related decisions.
• To provide psychological counselling, offering a safe space for mentees to discuss psychological concerns and providing appropriate support or referrals when needed.
• To provide tailored academic counselling, helping mentees set academic goals, plan their course of study, and navigate academic challenges effectively.

Academic Counselling activities include (but are not limited to): guidance during academic registration sessions; monitoring attendance and addressing attendance-related concerns; communicating attendance and marks information to parents/guardians; addressing concerns related to backlogs and providing advice; advising on domain specializations and academic flexibilities; assisting students in exploring study-abroad opportunities; conducting student and parent meetings to address academic concerns.

Career Counselling activities include: recommending technical skilling courses and certificate programs; facilitating internship opportunities and competitive exam preparations; guiding students through term papers, projects, hackathons, and coding challenges; providing information on higher-education options and entrance exams; encouraging entrepreneurship awareness and guiding start-up initiatives; assisting students in preparing for placements and future career goals; conducting student and parent meetings to discuss career aspirations.

Psychological Counselling activities include: providing guidance on time management and classroom activities; addressing anti-ragging issues and promoting a positive attitude; providing support for managing mental stress and promoting well-being; addressing hostel, room, home, and food-related concerns; conducting student and parent meetings to address personal well-being.

F3 · Mentor-Mentee Allocation

• The Department Academic Counselling Board (DACB) is responsible for assigning approximately 20 students to each faculty member, who will act as their mentor. The mentors will guide and support their assigned students throughout their academic journey.
• Counsellors / mentors will be appointed from the students' respective parent departments, and these faculty members will continue as mentors until the students complete their course.
• Mentors' key responsibilities:
  • Maintaining detailed records of mentor-mentee interactions in the ERP system. Mentors are required to update the ERP with counselling remarks for both students and their parents every fortnight.
  • Providing regular updates to parents about students' academic progress, career developments, and physiological status through various communication channels, including phone calls, SMS, WhatsApp, and Telegram.
  • Ensuring that counselling remarks are accurately recorded in the ERP system, and reflecting these updates in DACB monthly reports and CACB semester reports.

F4 · Academic Counselling Board

Academic Counselling Board is constituted by the Dean Academics. This board shall comprise of the Chairman, Convener, Principal/Director, HOD and Professor/Associate Professor. A student will be put under Academic Counselling Board in the following circumstances:

• Has CGPA of less than 6.00.
• Has F grade or Detained in multiple courses.

The first level of counselling such students will be done by the Mentor of the student and the HoD, followed by the ACB, and the list of students who have to undergo the ACB counselling be forwarded by the HoD to the Office of Dean Academics.

The students undergoing the Academic Counselling Board process may be allowed to register only for a few courses based on the recommendation of Academic Counselling Board.

G1 · Rustication Policy

A student may be rusticated from KLEF on disciplinary grounds, based on the recommendations of any empowered committee, by the Vice Chancellor.

G2 · Malpractice Penalty Policy

The following actions constitute malpractice during examinations and are subject to disciplinary actions as outlined below:

G3 · Plagiarism Penalty Policy

Plagiarism is considered a serious breach of academic integrity, compromising both the ethical standards of the university and the intellectual development of students. The university enforces a strict zero-tolerance policy regarding plagiarism, and all students are expected to uphold the highest standards of academic honesty.

First Offense:

• Minor Plagiarism (e.g., improper citation, small portions of copied work): The student will receive a warning and be required to resubmit the work with proper citations. Marks may be reduced up to 50%.
• Major Plagiarism (e.g., copying significant portions, submitting another person's work): The assignment will receive a grade of zero. The student may be required to attend a mandatory workshop on academic integrity.

Second Offense: Any second offense, regardless of severity, will result in a zero for the assignment and an official letter of reprimand placed in the student's record. The student will be placed on academic probation.

Third Offense: The student will face suspension from the university for one academic term. A record of academic misconduct will be permanently placed in the student's academic file.

Repeated Violations: Further violations after the third offense may lead to expulsion from the university.

In cases of group work, if plagiarism is identified, all group members will be held equally accountable unless it can be demonstrated that the act of plagiarism was isolated to specific individuals.