C. K. Tedam University of Technology and Applied Sciences frowns against plagiarism. Plagiarism is not acceptable and shall be categorized as highly offensive by the University.

The University Library will take it upon itself to offer the required training to students on types of plagiarism and how to prevent plagiarism, among other things.

The definition of what constitutes plagiarism, the levels of plagiarism, sanctions for plagiarism, tools for checking plagiarism, and requirements and conditions are outlined in the University Plagiarism Policy. The Plagiarism Policy is more toward the prevention of plagiarism and is reformative and not necessarily punitive. Thus, anti-plagiarism and its related issues shall constitute essential aspects of the culture of learning and scholarship within the academic community of the University.

All theses, dissertations, and research projects shall be subjected to plagiarism checks using appropriate/recommended tools that shall be made available by the University Library. These documents are expected to meet the minimum requirement as may be set out in the plagiarism policy document of the University.

Generally, all theses, dissertations and research projects submitted for examination are subject to departmental plagiarism acceptable levels. However, these must not exceed 20% similarity index.