New guidelines for suspension due to academic dishonesty

The consequence of cheating or academic dishonesty is generally a failing grade. In more serious cases, it may also result in a warning or suspension from the School for a certain period.

According to the new guidelines stated by the Board, the length of the suspension varies according to the seriousness of the offence and the time of year (summer months prolong the suspension).

• Repeated, intentional disruption of teaching: suspension for at least 4 months.
• Cheating or other academic dishonesty or breach of discipline:
  a. Cheating that only affects your own performance: minimum 4 months.
  b. Cheating that affects fellow students (e.g. joint work is cancelled): at least 6 months.
  c. Cheating that affects external parties (e.g. commissioners, partners, respondents): at least 8 months.
• Violence or intimidation: minimum 1 year (maximum suspension).

The Disciplinary Committee deals with cases of academic misconduct in accordance with Hanken's action plan against academic misconduct. The action plan will be updated during the autumn 2025.