Academic Integrity & Anti-Plagiarism Policy
RITHS® maintains a strict zero-tolerance approach toward academic dishonesty, including plagiarism, unauthorized AI-generated submissions without citation, collusion, and contract cheating. All diploma coursework and project assessments must be the authentic, original work of the candidate.
Key Compliance Regulations:
- Turnitin Plagiarism Verification: Every student submission is checked using Turnitin. Similarity scores above acceptable reference limits (typically >15% excluding bibliographies) trigger academic review.
- Harvard Referencing System: All academic sources, journals, textbooks, and online citations must strictly adhere to the Harvard Referencing format.
- AI Usage Transparency: Use of generative AI tools for writing entire assessments without prior academic declaration is classified as academic misconduct.
Penalties for verified academic misconduct range from mandatory resubmission with grade caps (capped at Pass) to formal referral to the Academic Board and termination of student registration.
Assessment, Grading & Internal Verification (IV)
Assessments in our UK Level 4, 5, and 7 qualifications are criterion-referenced against national learning outcomes set by NCC Education, EduQual, and ATHE under UK Ofqual and Scottish SCQF guidelines.
All marked assignments undergo blind second-marking by an Internal Verifier (IV) followed by external auditing by British External Examiners before official diploma certification is released.
Academic Appeals & Student Grievance Procedure
Students have the statutory right to appeal academic marks or progression decisions if they believe there was procedural irregularity, bias, or unconsidered extenuating circumstances.
Stage 1: Informal Query
Direct discussion with the unit assessor within 7 working days of grade release to review constructive feedback.
Stage 2: Formal Internal Review
Submission of a formal Academic Appeal Form to the Lead Internal Verifier and Academic Dean within 14 calendar days.
Stage 3: Awarding Body Escalation
If unsatisfied with the internal appeal, the student may escalate the matter directly to the UK awarding body (NCC Education or EduQual).
Tuition Fee Protection, Payment Plans & Refunds
RITHS® provides transparent, competitive tuition rates with flexible interest-free installment schedules to ensure education remains affordable and financially predictable.
- Cooling-off Cancellation Period: Students withdrawing within 14 calendar days prior to the official batch commencement date are eligible for a 100% refund of tuition paid (excluding non-refundable registration and awarding body enrolment fees).
- Installment Plans: Tuition fees can be divided into convenient semesterly or quarterly installments without hidden finance charges.
- Student Fee Protection: In the highly improbable event of course discontinuation, all enrolled learners are guaranteed full teach-out continuation or credit transfer to partner universities.
Data Privacy, Student Records & GDPR Compliance
RITHS® complies strictly with international data protection protocols (including the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018). Student academic records, transcripts, passport copies, and contact data are encrypted, kept strictly confidential, and shared exclusively with authorized UK awarding bodies and progression universities for verification and admission purposes.
Need Clarification on Any Policy?
Our academic registry is available to answer any questions regarding credit transfers, appeals, or student rights.