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Collusion

Copying is not the only form of unfair dealing. Except where groups are expressly formed by the lecturer in charge of a course, working closely together on assignments is not permitted. There are two reasons for this prohibition -- firstly, it is not fair for those who work alone to be judged on the same basis as a co-operative effort; and secondly, it is unusual for equal contributions to be made in cases of collusion.