Program Requirements 100 Course Descriptions 101 Tuition and Fees 103 GRADUATE STUDIES POLICIES 105 GENERAL INFORMATION Note: The information in this handbook is subject to change, and revisions to policies, forms, and procedures may be made throughout the academic year. Students should consult the OCAD U website for the most up-to-date information at: Academic Integrity OCAD University (OCAD U) prides itself on fostering and promoting effective teaching, learning and artistic creativity. OCAD U encourages its students to push the boundaries of their creativity, to take risks and seek innovation. OCAD U believes that all research and creative pursuits require students to hold themselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct, honesty and academic integrity. Academic freedom is a fundamental right in any institution of higher learning. Honesty and integrity are necessary preconditions of this freedom. Academic integrity requires that all academic work be wholly the product of an identified individual or individuals. Ethical conduct is the obligation of every member of the University community and breaches of academic integrity constitute serious offences. Please familiarize yourself with OCAD U’s Academic Misconduct Policy, which can be found on the OCAD U website: Respectful Work & Learning Environment OCAD University is committed to supporting equity, diversity, inclusion and dignity of all people. The University promotes equity and inclusion in its learning and working environment and in the conduct of the University’s affairs. OCAD U will not tolerate harassment of or discrimination against any community member. Harassment and discrimination violate an individual’s human rights and run contrary to the University’s fundamental values. OCAD U will act promptly and efficiently to address this conduct. The University will endeavour to ensure that individuals who believe that they have been subjected to harassment or discrimination are able to express concerns and register complaints without fear of retaliation or reprisal. The University will exercise care to protect and respect the rights of both the complainant and the respondent.
Program Requirements 100 Course Descriptions 101 Tuition and Fees 103 GRADUATE STUDIES POLICIES 105 GENERAL INFORMATION Note: The information in this handbook is subject to change, and revisions to policies, forms, and procedures may be made throughout the academic year. Students should consult the OCAD U website for the most up-to-date information at: Academic Integrity OCAD University (OCAD U) prides itself on fostering and promoting effective teaching, learning and artistic creativity. OCAD U encourages its students to push the boundaries of their creativity, to take risks and seek innovation. OCAD U believes that all research and creative pursuits require students to hold themselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct, honesty and academic integrity. Academic freedom is a fundamental right in any institution of higher learning. Honesty and integrity are necessary preconditions of this freedom. Academic integrity requires that all academic work be wholly the product of an identified individual or individuals. Ethical conduct is the obligation of every member of the University community and breaches of academic integrity constitute serious offences. Please familiarize yourself with OCAD U’s Academic Misconduct Policy, which can be found on the OCAD U website: Respectful Work & Learning Environment OCAD University is committed to supporting equity, diversity, inclusion and dignity of all people. The University promotes equity and inclusion in its learning and working environment and in the conduct of the University’s affairs. OCAD U will not tolerate harassment of or discrimination against any community member. Harassment and discrimination violate an individual’s human rights and run contrary to the University’s fundamental values. OCAD U will act promptly and efficiently to address this conduct. The University will endeavour to ensure that individuals who believe that they have been subjected to harassment or discrimination are able to express concerns and register complaints without fear of retaliation or reprisal. The University will exercise care to protect and respect the rights of both the complainant and the respondent.
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