What are the consequences of plagiarism?
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Last edited: 17th Oct 2025
The consequences of plagiarism depend on the context and severity, but they are almost always serious.
In education, plagiarism breaches academic integrity rules and can lead to:
- Loss of marks or automatic failure for the assignment
- Requirement to resubmit work or take remedial training
- Formal disciplinary action or expulsion for repeated cases
In professional or publishing settings, plagiarism can damage reputations, result in job loss, or even lead to copyright disputes.
Even unintentional plagiarism can have consequences, so it's important to check your work carefully and ensure all sources are cited correctly before submission.
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