Academic Integrity Policy

DC Global Academy

A Division of DC Global Education Group Ltd (United Kingdom)

1. Purpose

DC Global Academy is committed to maintaining high standards of academic honesty, fairness, and professional integrity across all programmes delivered through its platform or in collaboration with partner institutions.

This Academic Integrity Policy defines the standards expected of:

  • Learners

  • Instructors

  • Partners

  • Corporate clients

  • Administrative personnel

Academic integrity is fundamental to maintaining the credibility, trust, and institutional value of our programmes and certificates.

2. Core Principles of Academic Integrity

DC Global Academy operates under the following academic principles:

  • Honesty in learning and assessment

  • Transparency in certification

  • Fairness in evaluation

  • Accountability in participation

  • Respect for intellectual property

  • Responsible academic conduct

3. Learner Responsibilities

All learners must:

  • Submit original work

  • Accurately represent their identity

  • Complete assessments independently

  • Avoid plagiarism or unauthorised collaboration

  • Follow course requirements and policies

  • Respect academic and professional standards

4. Academic Misconduct

Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

4.1 Plagiarism

  • Copying text, ideas, or materials without proper attribution

  • Submitting work produced by others

4.2 Cheating

  • Using unauthorised materials during assessments

  • Sharing assessment answers

  • Receiving unauthorised assistance

4.3 Impersonation

  • Allowing another person to complete coursework or assessments

  • Logging in under another individual’s account

4.4 Misrepresentation

  • Providing false academic credentials

  • Falsifying information in applications or assessments

5. Instructor Responsibilities

Instructors must:

  • Deliver accurate and professional content

  • Assess learners fairly and consistently

  • Avoid bias or preferential treatment

  • Maintain confidentiality

  • Report suspected misconduct

  • Uphold institutional standards

Instructors must not issue unauthorised certificates or misrepresent accreditation status.

6. Assessment Integrity

Where assessments are used, DC Global Academy ensures:

  • Clear grading criteria

  • Defined completion requirements

  • Transparent evaluation methods

  • Proper documentation of assessment outcomes

Assessment systems may include monitoring tools where appropriate to protect academic standards.

7. Certificate Integrity & Issuance

Certificates issued by DC Global Academy:

  • Confirm completion of course requirements

  • Do not represent degree-awarding authority unless explicitly stated

  • May be revoked in cases of academic misconduct

Partner-issued certificates remain under the authority of the delivering institution.

8. Investigation of Academic Misconduct

Where academic misconduct is suspected:

  • The matter will be reviewed confidentially

  • Relevant evidence will be examined

  • The learner or instructor may be contacted for clarification

  • A formal decision will be documented

9. Consequences of Violations

Depending on severity, consequences may include:

  • Warning notice

  • Assessment invalidation

  • Course removal

  • Certificate revocation

  • Account suspension

  • Permanent termination

  • Reporting to partner institutions (where applicable)

No refunds are issued where termination results from academic misconduct.

10. Appeals Process

Learners may appeal decisions through the formal Complaints & Appeals Policy.

Appeals must:

  • Be submitted in writing

  • Include relevant evidence

  • Be filed within defined timeframes

11. Partner & Institutional Alignment

Where courses are delivered through partner institutions:

  • Academic integrity policies of the partner institution apply

  • Academic authority remains with the delivering institution

  • DC Global Academy supports transparent communication of responsibilities

12. Continuous Improvement

DC Global Academy reviews academic integrity procedures regularly to ensure:

  • Alignment with international standards

  • Protection of learner trust

  • Institutional credibility

  • Regulatory compliance

13. Contact Information

Academic Integrity Enquiries:

DC Global Academy
A division of DC Global Education Group Ltd
Email: compliance@dcglobalacademy.com
United Kingdom