Unisa Integrity Course: What it is and how to complete it
The Unisa Integrity Course is a compulsory module for all students registered for undergraduate and postgraduate (NQF 5 to NQT 8) programmes. It empowers learners to embody honesty and accountability in their academic endeavours. According to Provision 17.5 of the varsity's rules:
Students who fail to complete the course within the specified timeframe risk facing consequences, including restrictions on academic progression or registration for subsequent modules.
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Key takeaways
- The introduction of Unisa's Integrity Course was announced in a 27 January 2025 newsletter by Professor Eunice Seekoe.
- The course has six study units, each of which a learner must pass with a minimum of 80%.
- Although the initial deadline for completion of the Integrity Course was 30 March 2025, it was adjusted to May 2025 due to system malfunctions.
- Email mymodule22@unisa.ac.za if you get stuck completing the course online.
What is the Unisa Integrity Course?
Unisa's Senate introduced the online, self-paced learning module as part of the 2025 academic programme to raise awareness of the importance of academic integrity among students.
The course provides learners with foundational knowledge to navigate their studies ethically by avoiding plagiarism and cheating during exams. It also empowers learners to embrace the values of respect and fairness in their future professional ventures.
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Exploring the course details and completion steps
The Unisa Integrity Course is a 4-hour learning module. Below is a guide on how to navigate it successfully:
Step 1: Log in to the platform
- Visit Unisa's open learning portal.
- Next, click "Log in" at the top right-hand side of the screen.
- Click the "Use My Unisa Email Account" button.
- Enter your Unisa myLife email address and click "Next".
- Lastly, enter your myUnisa password and click "Log in".
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Step 2: Accessing the Integrity Course
- Click the "My Courses" menu.
- Scroll down and select the Academic Integrity Course.
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Step 3: Navigating and completing the Course
- Watch the Academic Integrity Navigation video to understand what the course entails.
- Next, answer the quizzes at the end of each study unit, and click "Completed" to proceed. (Earn all six badges, including the Engagement Badge, by actively participating in the activities.)
- Review your results and follow the instructions if you need to retake the quizzes.
- Lastly, fill in the feedback form to share your overall experience.
Note: Ensure a green circle appears on the left of each unit on the side menu to signify completion.
The Unisa Integrity Course Group Allocation Tool
Unisa students are allocated to specific groups that can access the Integrity Course on different dates.
This move was initiated after many learners tried to access the course's site simultaneously when the module's completion deadline approached in March 2025. Click this link and enter your student number to view your group and due dates.
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Importance of the Unisa Integrity Course
The University of South Africa's Integrity Course safeguards the credibility of the institution's degrees by encouraging ethical learning practices among students. Here are some other reasons why it is essential:
Upholds academic integrity: The course highlights the importance of honesty and commitment in academics while detailing the consequences of unethical practices such as plagiarism.
Fosters a trusted community: The course promotes a culture of fairness, trust and respect by championing academic integrity.
Addresses challenges associated with technological advances: The course details the downsides of students' total reliance on AI tools. Nonetheless, it provides guidelines on how to incorporate them ethically in academia.
Foundation for professional success: The ethical principles and skills learned in the course prepare the learners for the job market, where integrity and discipline are mandatory.
Instances of academic misconduct at Unisa
Cheating and plagiarism are not tolerated at the South African university. Here are some other actions that the school considers wrong:
- Assuming another student's identity during an exam.
- Unauthorised collaboration to produce a task presented as solo work.
- Helping another student commit an act of academic dishonesty.
- Unethical use of AI tools.
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Consequences of academic misconduct
The repercussions of being caught having participated in an academic irregularity are severe. If found guilty, a learner may face:
- A 0 score in the assignment.
- Formal warnings, suspension for over five academic years, or expulsion.
- A tainted academic record that negatively affects one's future career opportunities.
In conclusion
The Unisa Integrity Course vouches for the credibility of the institution's graduates. The module is designed to help learners understand the importance of academic integrity, which encompasses honesty and transparency.
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