The following actions are considered academic misconduct:

• Using unauthorized aids, including the misuse of artificial intelligence applications;

• Involving another person in the writing of a paper, taking an exam, or producing an artistic work, or submitting a commissioned paper created by a third party (ghostwriting);

• Adopting texts, ideas, or artistic works in whole or in part and presenting them as one’s own. This includes using text passages, theories, hypotheses, findings, or data—whether quoted directly, paraphrased, or translated—without properly acknowledging and citing the source and author (plagiarism).

Handling Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct – Guidelines and Information

• The guidelines for handling plagiarism and academic misconduct in final theses (Bachelor’s, Master’s, and doctoral dissertations) are outlined in the Plagiarism Policy.

• Cases of plagiarism and academic misconduct in the context of courses—such as seminar papers or written assignments—are governed by the Directive on Classroom Examinations and Dealing with Cases of Deception.

• Further information on identifying and addressing plagiarism can be found in the relevant guidelines and materials.

If you have any questions, please contact the staff of the Vice-Rectorate for Academic Programs and Student Affairs at: plagiate@wu.ac.at