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Academic Integrity for Students

What does Academic Integrity mean?

Academic integrity is not just about avoiding plagiarism, it is about being truthful and ethical in the ways in which you use information in your writing and research throughout your course at the University of Galway. Academic integrity is “a commitment to six fundamental values: honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility, and courage” and is essential in achieving a responsible learning and research environment (ICAI, 2021, p. 4).

Video by Academic Integrity Office, University of Galway

As generative AI tools are used more, we strongly encourage students to check with their lecturers if the use of such tools is permitted. If so, how may they be used and how can students cite them? Failing to confirm these details beforehand could risk academic misconduct.

You should be aware of the University's Academic Integrity Policy which describes academic misconduct and the associated consequences. More information and guidance on Academic Integrity is available on the University's Academic Integrity page.

How can the Library support you in maintaining your Academic Integrity?

The Library’s Academic Skills Service and  Academic Writing Centre (AWC) focus on providing support around citing and referencing, accessing, using, and critically evaluating the information for your assignments or research and academic writing. Support is provided through free workshops both online and in-person as well as one-to-one support.

Academic Skills Service

Academic Skills Service

Provides one-to-one support and workshops around citing and referencing, accessing information and critically evaluating information for your assignments or research.

Academic Skills Service
Academic Writing Centre

Academic Writing Centre

Provides one-to-one support and workshops for academic writing including essay writing and structure, avoiding plagiarism and more.

Academic Writing Centre

Guides & Resources

Additionally, we have created guides and resources to complement our workshops. We encourage you to use these throughout your studies.

First Year In: FYI

First Year In: FYI

A library guide for all 1st year students

First Year In: FYI
Research Skills Guide

Research Skills Guide

A self-directed resource to help students through their studies

Research Skills Guide
EndNote Guide

EndNote Guide

A library guide to using the EndNote reference management software.

EndNote Guide

Study Skills Resources

Citing & Referencing Skills

Pears, R. and Shields, G. (2022) Cite them right: the essential referencing guide. 12th edn. London: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc.

Cite them right provides clear and comprehensive coverage of citing and referencing. This 12th edition continues to provide detailed examples for all print and electronic sources, business, government, technical and legal publications, and works of art and images. This book is available in print and also as an eBook.

Study Skills

 

Cottrell, S. (2019) The study skills handbook. 5th edn. London: Macmillan Education, Ltd.

An invaluable guide for undergraduates of all disciplines as well as postgrads, mature students and international students. Prepares students for what to expect before, during and after studies at university. This guide shows students how to tailor their learning to their individual needs in order to boost their grades, building confidence and increase employability.  This book is available in print and also as an eBook.

Critical Thinking Skills

 

Cottrell, S. (2023) Critical thinking skills: effective analysis, argument and reflection. 4th edn. London: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc.

Essential resources for students looking to refine their thinking, reading and writing skills. This student-centered approach demystifies critical thinking and breaks down a complex subject into manageable chunks. Clear explanations, relevant examples and plenty of exercises.  This book is available in print and also as an eBook.

More information and guidance on Academic Integrity is available on the University's Academic Integrity page.

References

International Center for Academic Integrity (ICAI) (2021) The fundamental values of academic integrity. 3rd edn. Available at: https://academicintegrity.org/images/pdfs/20019_ICAI-Fundamental-Values_R12.pdf (Accessed: 14 March 2023).