Academic Integrity

Welcome to the Academic Integrity Hub at ATU 

At Atlantic Technological University (ATU), we are dedicated to fostering a culture of honesty, trust, and ethical behaviours in all aspects of academic life. Our Academic Integrity Hub is a comprehensive resource designed to support academic staff, professional support staff and students in understanding and upholding the highest standards of academic integrity.

Who We Are

Dr Maura Fitzsimons, Senior Lecturer in Academic Integrity at ATU, leads our efforts in promoting best practices and embedding a culture of integrity across the university. We collaborate closely with academic staff, students, librarians, and student unions to ensure consistency and excellence in academic integrity practices.

See What Maura Says About Academic Integrity:

See what Christina McGuinness, Vice President for Mayo at the ATU Students’ Union, says about Academic Integrity:

What We Offer

For Students:

• Academic Integrity Policies: Understand the ATU’s policies on academic integrity, including guidelines on plagiarism, referencing, and the ethical use of Artificial Intelligence tools.
• Student Resources: Access tools and materials to help you maintain academic integrity, including referencing guides, plagiarism detection tools, study skills resources, and more.
• Workshops and Training: Participate in workshops and training sessions designed to educate and support you in your academic journey.
• Assessment Support: Find tips and guidelines for preparing assessments that meet the highest standards of academic integrity.
• Using Artificial Intelligence Tools Responsibly: Learn how to use Artificial Intelligence tools responsibly in your academic work, including case studies and ethical guidelines.

For Staff:

• Teaching Resources: Explore materials and guidelines on incorporating academic integrity into your teaching and assessment practices.
• Policy Implementation: Find support for implementing and upholding academic integrity policies within your courses.
• Workshops and Training: Engage in professional development opportunities that focus on promoting academic integrity in higher education.
• Artificial Intelligence Integration: Discover best practices for integrating Artificial Intelligence tools into your teaching ethically and responsibly.

Explore the Hub

Academic Integrity Policies

At Atlantic Technological University (ATU), we are deeply committed to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity. Our policies are designed to ensure fairness, honesty, and respect within our academic community, providing clear guidelines for students and staff alike.

Policies that form the foundation of our commitment to academic excellence:

• Academic Integrity Policy
• Marks and Standards Policy
• Student Code Policy

Student Resources

Tools and materials to help maintain academic integrity.

• Referencing and Citation
• Plagiarism Prevention
• Searching Skills and Information Literacy
• Artificial Intelligence
• Research Tools
• Getting Started Guide

Assessment Support

• Tips and guidelines for preparing assessments.
• Understanding Assessment Criteria
• Sample Assessments
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Using Artificial Intelligence Tools Responsibly

Guidelines on the ethical use of AI tools:

• AI in Academic Work
• Case Studies
• Ethical Considerations

Contact Us

For more information or to get involved, please reach out to us:

Email: academic.integrity@atu.ie