Certain behaviours are considered misconduct and are strictly prohibited. These include:
Academic Misconduct
This involves any action that may create an unfair academic advantage for yourself or others, such as:
- Cheating, plagiarism, contract cheating, or other forms of academic dishonesty.
- Unauthorised collaboration on academic work.
- Falsification of academic records, data, or documents.
- Interference with another student’s academic work.
- Unauthorised access to academic materials or systems.
Disruptive Behaviour
This refers to any conduct that interferes with the learning environment or GCA operations, including:
- Interference with teaching, research, administration, or other GCA activities.
- Behaviour that impedes others’ ability to participate in GCA activities.
- Disorderly conduct in any GCA setting or activity.
- Failure to comply with reasonable directions from GCA staff.
- Unauthorised recording, dissemination, or publication of academic materials.
Health and Safety Violations
Actions that endanger the well-being of others or violate safety protocols are prohibited:
- Actions that endanger the health or safety of any person.
- Possession of weapons, dangerous chemicals, or explosive materials.
- Violation of public health protocols or safety regulations.
- Tampering with safety equipment or facilities.
- Creating health hazards or unsanitary conditions.
Damage to Property
This includes any actions related to GCA property or the property of others:
- Vandalism or destruction of GCA property or the property of others.
- Theft or unauthorised possession of GCA property or the property of others.
- Unauthorised entry into or use of GCA facilities.
- Misuse of GCA resources, equipment, or networks.
- Unauthorised duplication or possession of keys, access cards, or identification.
Interpersonal Misconduct
We are committed to a respectful and inclusive environment, and prohibit:
- Physical aggression or violence toward any person.
- Harassment, bullying, stalking, or intimidation.
- Sexual misconduct, including sexual assault and sexual harassment.
- Hazing or harmful initiation activities.
- Discrimination based on protected characteristics (including race, gender, disability, etc.).
- Retaliation against individuals who report misconduct.
- Making false allegations against members of the GCA community.
Alcohol and Drugs
Regulations regarding alcohol and drugs on GCA premises and during activities must be followed:
- Unauthorised possession, use, or distribution of alcohol on GCA premises.
- Being visibly intoxicated during GCA activities or on GCA premises.
- Possession, use, or distribution of illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia.
- Misuse of prescription medications.
- Providing alcohol to underage individuals.
Compliance Violations
All students are expected to comply with GCA policies and procedures:
- Violation of GCA policies, procedures, or agreements.
- Failure to identify oneself when requested by authorised personnel.
- Providing false information to GCA representatives.
- Misuse of GCA documents or identification.
- Failure to participate in or obstruction of disciplinary proceedings.
- Unauthorised representation of GCA.
Digital Conduct and Information Technology
Your conduct in digital environments is also covered:
- Unauthorised access to GCA IT systems or accounts.
- Use of GCA IT resources for unauthorised or illegal purposes.
- Violations of IT policies, including acceptable use policies.
- Online harassment or cyberbullying.
- Misrepresentation of identity in electronic communications.
- Distribution of malicious software or disruption of network services.
