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Student Code of Conduct
Policy Manual
CoCManual_EA_POL_V02.00
August 2024

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Table of Contents
1. Policy Manual Statement .................................................................................................... 3
2. Objective ............................................................................................................................. 3
3. Scope ................................................................................................................................... 3
4. Policies and Procedures ...................................................................................................... 4
4.1 Student Code of Conduct ...................................................................................................... 4
4.2 Student Rights .................................................................................................................... 5
4.3 Prohibited Conduct ............................................................................................................ 5
4.4 Dress Code ......................................................................................................................... 8
4.5 Misconduct Warnings and Sanctions ................................................................................. 9
5. Misconduct Proceedings ................................................................................................... 11
5.1 Student Disciplinary and Academic Integrity Committees .............................................. 11
5.2 Appealing Disciplinary Sanctions ..................................................................................... 12
6. Definitions ......................................................................................................................... 14
7. References and Related Documents ................................................................................. 15
8. Document Control Information......................................................................................... 16

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1. Policy Manual Statement
Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) commits to facilitating academic pursuits,
ensuring the University's operational efficiency, and projecting a positive institutional image. To this end, the
University has formulated the MBZUAI Student Code of Conduct.
The Student Code of Conduct serves as a comprehensive guide outlining students' rights and responsibilities
concerning themselves, their peers, and the broader University community. Additionally, it delineates the
policies governing expected behavior within MBZUAI, along with the repercussions for non-compliance with the
University's rules, regulations, and policies. The Code of Conduct serves as a vital component of the University's
policies, intricately connected with the Admissions, Educational Affairs, and Registrar’s Policy Manuals.
MBZUAI strives to cultivate an environment that fosters academic excellence and integrity, upholds the principles
of free inquiry, and aligns with its overarching educational mission. The institution operates on the assumption
that all students have a serious commitment to their educational pursuits, expecting them to embody
responsibility and adhere to the highest standards of ethical behavior, honesty, and academic integrity.
In maintaining these standards, MBZUAI emphasizes the severity with which unethical behavior is regarded
within the University community. Any form of academic dishonesty is deemed incompatible with the
fundamental principles of higher education and will be met with strict consequences as it undermines the core
values and integrity of the University.
2. Objective
The purpose of this policy manual is to:
• Inform students of their rights and responsibilities.
• Establish the general standard of conduct expected of students.
• Define the behaviors categorized as misconduct.
• Illustrate examples of conduct that may be subject to disciplinary action.
• Clarify the processes that the University will follow to address allegations and cases of misconduct.
• Provide examples of disciplinary measures and potential sanctions for violations.
• Support faculty, staff, and students to embed good practice in academic integrity.
• Ensure equitable treatment for all students in assessing potential breaches of academic integrity.
3. Scope
Students are required to familiarize themselves with and adhere to the Code of Conduct, which is applicable to
all students:
• Throughout the duration of enrollment at the University while receiving a scholarship.
• In both physical and virtual domains.
• Pertaining to both academic and non-academic matters.
• On the University campus or its premises.
• Beyond campus boundaries, during or in connection with University-sponsored activities elsewhere.

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• During Third-party engagements that affect the University or the student's standing, status, or academic
record.
4. Policies and Procedures
4.1 Student Code of Conduct
Students are required to conduct themselves in a manner that enhances the positive atmosphere within the
University, emphasizing values such as respect, civility, diversity, opportunity, tolerance, and inclusiveness. It is
expected that students act with honesty and integrity, adhering to the University's regulations, policies, and
guidelines to ensure the success of both the individual and the community. Every student at MBZUAI is obligated
to show respect towards fellow students, faculty members, staff, and the public.
The Code of Conduct sets out the rights and responsibilities of students at MBZUAI, and students are expected
to:
1. Adhere to the deadlines outlined in the academic calendar concerning admission and registration rules.
2. Conform to program and course requirements.
3. Acknowledge the University's academic responsibility to establish and uphold appropriate academic and
professional standards in courses and programs.
4. Work to the best of their ability.
5. Uphold the highest ethical standards.
6. Exemplify role model behavior throughout the entire duration of their study.
7. Refrain from engaging in any activity that could tarnish the University’s reputation.
8. Actively and positively participate in teaching, learning, and research activities.
9. Provide constructive feedback on the execution of these activities.
10. Demonstrate reasonable standards of behavior, avoiding harassment or discrimination during all
University activities.
11. Treat University faculty and staff with courtesy at all times.
12. Act with academic integrity and honesty, refraining from cheating, plagiarizing, fabricating or falsifying
data, or infringing copyrights.
13. Maintain a “Good Academic Standing” throughout the duration of their studies.
14. Respect and preserve University property provided to enhance their learning and education; and
acknowledge that any act of vandalism may result in disciplinary action, including potential dismissal.
15. Follow the established lines of communication within the University concerning complaints and appeals.
16. Provide the University with accurate personal information and genuine documentation, ensuring timely
updates whenever necessary.
17. Abide by the conditions set forth in policies, procedures, handbooks, guidelines, and communications,

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accepting sanctions applied for failing to do so.
18. Respect and adhere to all laws, cultural norms, and moral values of the United Arab Emirates.
4.2 Student Rights
MBZUAI recognizes the fundamental importance of fostering an environment that empowers students and
upholds their rights. Student rights, a cornerstone of academic governance, encompass a spectrum of privileges
and protections aimed at ensuring a conducive and equitable learning experience. These rights extend beyond
the pursuit of knowledge to include a commitment to fair treatment, freedom of expression, and access to
resources that facilitate personal and academic growth. Acknowledging students' rights reinforces the principles
of academic integrity but also cultivates a vibrant and inclusive educational community.
All students, potential students, and former students have the right to:
1. Pursue academic education, after satisfying the eligibility criteria and adhering to academic standards.
2. Receive education in a professional, supportive, equitable, and secure academic environment.
3. Be clearly informed about study plans and pertinent bylaws, policies, and procedures.
4. Have access to University facilities, services, and learning resources.
5. Express individual opinions on teaching performances through the course of teaching and evaluations via
feedback and surveys.
6. Convey individual concerns and grievances in an impartial and equitable manner.
7. Enjoy freedom from all forms of discrimination.
8. Experience confidentiality regarding academic records, personal information, and disciplinary records
disclosed during instruction, advising, and/or counseling.
4.3 Prohibited Conduct
Prohibited conduct encompasses both academic and non-academic misbehaviors. Any violation of University
regulations, rules, or by-laws, or any conduct by a student that adversely impacts the integrity, proper functioning
of the University, or the well-being of its members and visitors, is considered a violation that necessitates
disciplinary action.
The subsequent lists provide explicit instances of prohibited conduct. It guides students in comprehending the
types of behavior that may lead to disciplinary measures. This list is not exhaustive, and students should
recognize that their conduct may still be deemed prohibited under this Code of Conduct even if it is not explicitly
mentioned.
4.3.1 Non-Academic Misconduct
1. Disruptive behavior during classes or encouraging absenteeism.
2. Disrupting academic or non-academic activities, hindering legitimate community members' activities, or

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unauthorized participation in University activities.
3. Conducting unapproved activities on campus.
4. Establishing groups or publications without authorization.
5. Possession of prohibited items on campus.
6. Violation of gender-specific areas.
7. Substance abuse or smoking/vaping in prohibited areas.
8. Providing false information to internal or external parties.
9. Noncompliance with campus traffic rules.
10. Breach of University regulations on trips and activities.
11. Failure to follow instructions from faculty, security, or staff.
12. Unauthorized interference with University procedures.
13. Any unauthorized photography on campus and/or outside campus.
14. Actions that endanger the health, safety, or well-being of any person, and any forms of physical or
psychological aggression, stalking, harassment, hazing, intimidation, or bullying.
15. Any conduct that constitutes discrimination.
16. Misuse of mobile phones or smart devices.
17. Destruction, damage, tampering, or unlawful access to University or individual property.
18. Possession of unauthorized property, knowingly taken without permission.
19. Unauthorized use of University facilities, equipment, or services.
20. Inappropriate use of the email system and/or University software/hardware, violating laws, regulations,
or policies.
21. Destruction or manipulation of stored information in libraries, computers, or information systems.
22. Creating conditions that endanger or threaten the destruction of the University or unauthorized property.
23. Knowingly providing false information to University officials, faculty, or offices.
24. Forgery, alteration, or misuse of University documents, records, identification, computer programs, or
accounts.
25. Breach of the dress code.
26. Any behavior considered a disciplinary violation by the University.
27. Any conviction from any legal system.
4.3.2 Academic Misconduct
The University will regularly conduct various activities, training, initiatives, and measures for its students and
faculty to ensure that academic integrity is fully enforced. It will seek to spread awareness and educate students
on acceptable behavior stressing the importance of academic integrity compliance.
Academic misconduct includes, but is not restricted to, any form of the following:
1. Plagiarism: Presenting someone else's work, ideas, or intellectual property as one's own without proper
attribution.
The acceptable similarity index for students is 15% as determined by plagiarism detection software.

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Exceeding this threshold shall be at the course instructor’s discretion.
2. Cheating: Using unauthorized aids, copying from others, or any form of dishonesty during any academic
submission, such as an assignment, examination, project, presentation, or report.
3. Fabrication/Falsification: Creating or inventing information, data, or sources and presenting them as
genuine.
4. Ghostwriting: Submitting work that was produced by someone else without proper acknowledgment.
Utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) software is allowed only with written consent from the course instructor,
and any work generated through AI must be appropriately acknowledged.
5. Collusion: Inappropriately collaborating with others on assignments or exams without authorization.
Facilitating or encouraging violations of academic integrity by any means is considered a violation.
6. Research Misconduct: Violating confidentiality, infringing on intellectual property rights, neglecting the
well-being of research participants or personal data, mistreating research subjects or materials, misusing
confidential data received from others, authoring papers without proper approval/review, and not
following approved research practices.
7. Unauthorized Access to Materials: Obtaining or using materials, information, or resources without proper
permission.
8. Impersonation: Having someone else take an exam or complete an assignment on behalf of the student.
9. Contract Cheating: Hiring someone to complete assignments, exams, or any academic work on behalf of
the student.
10.Late Submissions: Not conforming to the due date for any submissions.
11.Multiple Submissions: Submitting the same work for different assignments without proper disclosure.
Submitting the same work for different assignments without proper disclosure.
12.Data Fabrication or Misrepresentation: Falsifying research data, experimental results, or any form of data
used in academic work.
13.Academic Standing: A student failing to maintain a “Good Academic Standing” status, can be considered as
academic misconduct.
4.3.3 Academic Integrity
Safeguarding academic integrity is a shared responsibility among all members of the University community,
encompassing faculty, staff, and students. Faculty members are entrusted with the primary responsibility of
identifying and reporting instances of academic dishonesty related to academia and fostering an environment
that encourages ethical academic practices. Students are obligated to declare or report any suspected violations

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of academic integrity. This collaborative commitment to academic honesty contributes to the cultivation of a
scholarly community characterized by trust, integrity, and the pursuit of knowledge with the highest ethical
standards.
In line with the commitment to uphold the University’s values and academic integrity, the roles, responsibilities,
and guidelines are outlined:
1. Faculty members have the primary responsibility to report academic dishonesty related to coursework.
2. Teaching assistants and other supporting faculty should report suspected instances to the course instructor.
3. Charges of academic dishonesty regarding Master's or Doctoral projects or theses are primarily the
responsibility of the student's supervisor or committee members evaluating the work.
4. When a student suspects that a violation of academic integrity has occurred, ideally, the student must
report the violation to the instructor and/or the Department Chair. In cases when this is not possible, the
matter can be reported to the Director of Educational Affairs or the Provost.
5. Students may also report anonymously. In this report, the student should describe the violation and what
action they have taken, such as talking with other student(s) involved, or with the faculty or staff member.
Every effort will be made to preserve the anonymity and confidentiality of the student reporting the
incident. However, this cannot be guaranteed.
6. When the person who bears the primary responsibility does not bring a charge for suspected violation
within a reasonable time, the Department Chair or Provost may bring a charge forward should the situation
become known to them.
7. Once a student is notified, orally or in writing, that a faculty member suspects academic dishonesty in a
course, the student may not change his or her registration in the course while the matter is pending, or in
which a finding of academic dishonesty has been made. Any attempt to withdraw from a course under
these circumstances shall be considered a separate violation of this policy.
8. If an academic sanction has been determined, a student may be withdrawn from the course with the faculty
permission, providing that the alleged violation occurred during the University deadline for withdrawing,
and provided the sanction is not a failure for the course. Withdrawing from a class does not automatically
remove the violation report and is subject to the policies of the Registrar’s Office.
4.4 Dress Code
Dress standards are part of the culture and socially accepted norms of ethics and are strongly associated with
the identity, traditions, beliefs, and values that are deeply rooted in UAE society. As ambassadors of MBZUAI,

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students must observe high standards of personal appearance at all times. Students must be respectful of the
local culture and customs as well as reflective of the University’s overall image.
Students are expected to maintain attire that reflects respect for local culture and customs, aligning with the
overall image of the University. Compliance with the dress code is mandatory while on campus or attending
University-related events and activities unless stated otherwise for special events. The subsequent examples
offer a non-exhaustive guide to appropriate and inappropriate clothing and appearance:
All students are prohibited from:
• Displaying clothes with offensive text or images.
• Displaying visible items of radicalization ideology.
• Using excessively strong colognes or perfumes.
• Face-cover (niqab) is not allowed on-campus.
All students are encouraged to:
• Male students should maintain tidy hair, and beards and moustaches should be neatly trimmed.
• Female students must adhere to conservative dressing guidelines, avoiding shorts, short skirts,
sleeveless or low-cut neckline shirts, and any tight or transparent clothing.
4.5 Misconduct Warnings and Sanctions
The University reserves the right to issue misconduct warnings and/or impose sanctions in response to violations
of its policies. These warnings and sanctions are administered with fairness and due process, considering the
nature and severity of the misconduct. Students are expected to conduct themselves with integrity, respect, and
responsibility, and any deviation from these expectations may result in appropriate warnings or sanctions as
determined by the University.
Any University staff member may assert misconduct allegations. The Director of Educational Affairs, Registrar,
and/or Provost can impose disciplinary warnings and/or sanction(s).
The University may impose one or several of the below:
A. Grade Change: Rescinding or changing a grade for an assignment and/or an exam. This can be applicable
to a past assignment and/or course in which a violation has been identified.
B. Failing Grade: 1) for the assignment and/or an additional reduction in the grade for the course; or 2) A
failing grade in the course; or 3) A failing grade in the course with a transcript notation of academic
dishonesty.
C. Verbal warning or a written disciplinary warning.

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D. Group Sanctions: Disciplinary actions or penalties applied collectively to a specific group of students for
violating established rules, regulations, or codes of conduct.
E. Academic Standing Status: A change in academic standing status can be applied to an individual student
or collectively to a specific group of students. The penalties associated with the change of academic
standing status will be determined by the policies of the Registrar's Office.
F. Probation: Behavioral observation for a set period; the student may face a more severe disciplinary
sanction if it becomes clear that they breached policies whilst in the observation period.
G. Restitution and/or Fines: Payment of costs or compensation for loss, damage, or injury, which may take
the form of appropriate service, financial fines, or replacing the materials.
H. Apology: The issuance of a statement, apology, or retraction in an appropriate form, in public or in private.
I. Restriction or prohibition of access or use: A denial for a specified period of time of, or conditions imposed
on, a student's right to access or use of any part or all of the University's premises, facilities, services,
equipment, activities, programs, meetings, or events or those held by, on, or in association with the
University without making it impossible to complete academic requirements.
J. Loss of privileges – A denial of specified privileges for a specified period of time without making it
impossible to complete academic requirements.
K. Withdrawal of Scholarship: Forfeiture or loss of all, or part of the scholarship privileges.
L. Expulsion from University residence: The student is excluded from benefiting from the University
residence for any specified period of time.
M. Deregistration or termination: The removal of the student from one or more courses for one or more
semesters (which may require re-application for admission to a program or faculty or termination from
any internship or research project).
N. Suspension from the University: The student is suspended from the University for a specified period of
time, after which the student is eligible to return. Conditions for readmission may be imposed. Suspension
will normally also result in deregistration and/or the placement of an academic hold.
O. Expulsion from the University: Expulsion of the student from the University.
P. Legal Proceedings: The University reserves the right to initiate criminal and/or civil legal proceedings
where merited.
In certain circumstances, an ad hoc investigation committee may be formed for serious violations and/or
sanctions at the University's sole discretion.

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Serious sanction(s) decision letters must be signed by the student as a formal acknowledgment. This shall be
considered part of the student records under the remit of the Educational Affairs Department and/or the
Registrar’s Office.
Decision letters can be issued in hard copy or electronically. Unless stated otherwise, student(s) are required to
acknowledge receipt in the same format in which the decision was issued.
5. Misconduct Proceedings
In cases where the initial investigation concludes without the student(s) consenting to sign the acknowledgment
of serious sanction(s) imposed by the University, an ad-hoc committee will be formed to investigate the matter
further.
The committee has the authority to impose more severe sanctions than those initially imposed, and false
statements made during the process may result in additional sanction(s).
5.1 Student Disciplinary and Academic Integrity Committees
In cases where the student has refused to consent to the acknowledgment of the imposed disciplinary
sanction(s) decision letter, the University shall form an ad-hoc committee.
Depending on the nature of the allegation, an ad-hoc committee may be formed after approval by the Provost:
➢ Non-academic misconduct: Student Disciplinary Committee
➢ Academic misconduct: Academic Integrity Committee
1. One committee will be established, or in certain cases, both committees may be formed. In either
circumstance, the committee will operate based on predefined Terms of Reference.
2. The composition of the committee(s) is at the discretion of the Provost and is to be formed with a
minimum of three (3) members including the chair of the committee.
3. All committee proceedings are considered confidential.
4. The student will be informed of the formation of the committee(s) and the date of the investigation
session at least five (5) working days prior to the session.
5. The student has the right to provide evidence(s) and/or request the testimony of voluntary witnesses.
6. The student shall have the right to present their case supporting their claims that have been previously
presented prior to the initial committee hearing. The student should be brief, concise, and organized in
presenting their case.
7. The committee has the authority to request testimony from any member of the University’s community.
8. If a student does not attend the committee hearing, the committee may proceed in their absence, and
the student loses the right to appeal against the committee's decision to the University. If rescheduling is
required, the committee must receive a 24-hour notice, and rescheduling is subject to the committee

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chair's discretion based on exceptional circumstances, with decisions being non-appealable.
9. The committee(s) will conclude the investigation and deliver a formal report to the Director of Educational
Affairs within ten (10) working days after the investigation session. The report will encompass the
committee's decision and, if the student is determined to have breached the Code of Conduct, any
sanctions to be applied.
10.The Director of Educational Affairs shall inform the student in writing, within five (5) working days of
receiving the report, of the decision and the sanctions, if any, to be imposed.
11.The student may submit a written appeal to the Director of Educational Affairs within five (5) working
days from the date on which the student is notified of the outcome of the committee(s) investigation.
Cases where Academic Standing status and/or related to academic financial penalties occur, will be subject to
the policies of the Registrar’s Office.
Misconduct related to research that will require subject matter expert(s) may be referred to the Research
Integrity Committee, a University standing committee. In these cases, the committee may need to extend the
time required to review the evidence(s) and issue the report. The committee chair shall have the authority to
extend the time of any of the proceedings listed above.
5.2 Appealing Disciplinary Sanctions
To ensure a fair and transparent academic environment, students can appeal decisions that impact their
standing. The appeals process serves as a crucial avenue for students to seek a review of decisions perceived as
unjust, upholding the principles of procedural fairness and student rights.
1. Any student who has received a disciplinary decision letter is encouraged to schedule a meeting with
the Director of Educational Affairs and/or the Registrar to discuss the situation prior to appealing the
case.
2. Students have the right to appeal the disciplinary decision issued against them by the committee(s)
through a written appeal addressed to the Director of Educational Affairs and/or the Registrar within
five (5) working days from receiving the decision letter. The Appeal should be based on one or more of
the following justifications:
- The disciplinary proceedings stipulated herein have not been observed.
- Emergence of new evidence(s) which were not known before and have a significant impact on the
decision.
- The disproportion between the violation and the disciplinary sanction.
3. In exceptional circumstances, a student may request additional time to appeal against the warning
and/or sanction by sending a request via email to the Director of Educational Affairs and/or the
Registrar. Requests for extensions must be made within five (5) working days of the date of the decision
letter. Extensions are granted at the sole non–appealable discretion of the University.
4. Appeals must include pertinent evidence supporting one of the above criteria and names of voluntary
witnesses, if applicable.
5. The Provost undertakes the consideration of the appeal and may decide to accept or reject the appeal

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at their sole discretion.
6. Should the Provost consider the appeal, the matter will be reviewed at the University’s sole discretion,
and the decision being appealed may be upheld, revoked, or modified.
7. The Director of Educational Affairs and/or the Registrar will inform the student in writing of the Provost's
decision within ten (10) working days of receiving the appeal or within a longer period if deemed
necessary by the Provost. If the appeal is rejected, then any sanction(s) become effective immediately
upon notification, and any imposed or confirmed penalty takes effect on the date specified in the first
decision letter issued.
8. A copy of the decision letter is sent to the student, and the complainant if applicable, which is also filed
in the student’s record.
9. Decisions of the Provost shall be final and binding to all parties.
Cases involving Academic Standing status and/or related academic financial penalties will be subject to the
policies of the Registrar’s Office and the relevant Appeals Committee. In these cases, the student will contact the
Registrar to commence the associated processes.

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6. Definitions
Terminology Definition
Appeal
A formal process by which student(s) seek a review or reconsideration of an
imposed decision. An appeal aims to secure a fair and impartial reassessment of
the original decision, leading to potential modifications, reversals, or affirmations
based on the merits of the case.
Code of Conduct (CoC)
A set of rules, principles, and ethical guidelines to govern the behavior and actions
of individuals. It outlines the expected standards of conduct, defines prohibited
behaviors, and specifies potential consequences for violations. It serves as a
framework to promote ethical behavior, integrity, and a positive culture, aligning
members with the values and principles of the University.
Decision Letter
An official written communication that communicates the outcome of a particular
decision-making process. It typically provides details regarding the determination
or resolution reached in response to a specific matter, request, application, or
appeal. The decision letter often outlines the reasons behind the decision, any
relevant policies or regulations, and any actions or consequences that may follow.
Dress Code
Regulations for attire and appearance abiding with institutional values and cultural
norms. It specifies acceptable clothing, grooming standards, accessories, and
general appearance.
EA Educational Affairs
Member of the University
Community
Any individual associated with the University, including students, faculty, staff, and
administrators, who actively participates in or contributes to the academic, social,
and operational aspects.
Misconduct Proceedings
Formal processes or actions undertaken by the University to address and resolve
instances of alleged misconduct or violations of established rules, policies, or codes
of conduct.
Prohibited Conduct
This refers to actions forbidden within academic institutions due to their potential
harm, disruption, or violation of policies and laws. These include harassment,
plagiarism, cheating, bullying, and substance abuse. Violations can lead to
disciplinary action and/or legal consequences.
Student Rights
Entitlements, freedoms, and protections within educational settings ensure fair
treatment, equal opportunities, and a conducive learning environment. These
include freedom of expression, access to education, privacy, due process, and
protection from discrimination.

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Terminology Definition
Warnings and Sanctions
Warnings typically serve as an initial notice, alerting individuals about their non-
compliant behavior and advising them to rectify it.
Sanctions are more severe consequences imposed when violations persist or are
serious.
7. References and Related Documents
1. Educational Affairs Policy Manual
2. Registrar’s Office Policy Manual
3. Admissions Policy Manual
4. Research Integrity Committee Charter
5. Alumni Policy
6. Academic Integrity Policy
7. Academic Integrity Procedure

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8. Document Control Information
Version
number File Name Responsible
Role Comments Date of
change
V01.00
MBZUAI-SLS-
CONDUCTCODE
-GDL-V1.0
Director of
Student Affairs Initial Approved Document December
2020
V02.00 CoCManual_EA
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Director of
Educational
Affairs
Policy manual to meet requirements of
internal audit, Ministry of Education
inspection directorate and the
Commission of Academic Accreditation
regulatory bodies.
Policies and Procedures merged and
organizationally aligned, file name
compliance with Records and Archives.
Amalgamation of policies:
• Code of Conduct
SLS-CONDUCTCODE-GDL-V1.0
• Academic Integrity Policy
AAR–ACINTEGRITY–POL–V1.0
• Academic Integrity Procedure
AAR–ACINTEGRITY–PRO–V1.0
• Registrar Office Policy Manual
MBZUAI–AAD–RPM-POL–V1.02
April 2024
V02.00 CoCManual_EA
_POL_v01.00 President Approved by the President August 2024
Approval List
Approval List: CoCManual_EA_POL_V01.00
Sequence
Number
Sequence
Roles Responsible Role Comments Date
1 Policy Owner Director of Educational Affairs Initiator 2024-05-01
2 IEQA Review Head of IEQA Reviewed 2024-04-29
3 Legal Review General Counsel Reviewed 2024-07-04
4 Initiator Provost Reviewed and Endorsed 2024-06-24
5 Endorser Director of Strategy and IEQA Endorsed 2024-07-15
6 Approver The President Approved 2024-08-29