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What is the University's definition of cheating?
If you try to get an unfair advantage in your exam, or break any of the University's Exam conduct rules then this is classed as cheating. There is a list of the types of cheating in the Taught Student Guide page on Cheating in Exams.
The University takes cheating very seriously. If you’re found guilty of cheating the penalties are very severe and will most likely mean exclusion from the University.