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Regulations on Study and Examinations Cheating, attempting to cheat, or violating the rules and instructions of examinations are offenses for which a student is subject to disciplinary action in accordance with the Student Disciplinary Regulations issued by the University Council. Executive Rules on Examination Cheating at KFUPM 1. Cheating is a disgraceful and unethical act. Faculty members and students alike must uphold honesty and integrity to ensure the legitimacy of academic grades. 2. All academic work and requirements must be completed solely by the student assigned to them, without any unauthorized assistance of any kind. 3. Course instructors are responsible for monitoring and reviewing academic work to encourage students to adhere to honesty and integrity in fulfilling their academic requirements.

Article 6: No penalty shall be imposed unless the student has been investigated in writing and given the opportunity to present their case. If the student refuses or fails to appear without a valid excuse, penalties may be imposed in their absence.

Article 4: Disciplinary penalties include: 1. Verbal or written warning, or a written pledge. 2. Written reprimand. 3. Mandatory community service for a specified number of hours. 4. Deprivation of certain student services, housing, or student activities for one semester, less, more, or permanently. 5. Financial fine. 6. Cancellation of grades in one or more courses, with failure recorded. 7. Suspension from study for one or more regular or summer semesters. 8. Permanent dismissal from the University and termination of enrollment. 9. Any other penalties approved by the University President. Article 5: Penalties must be proportionate to the severity of the violation, considering previous infractions and surrounding circumstances.

AI+X is a comprehensive initiative designed to equip every undergraduate student with essential artificial intelligence (AI) skills, regardless of their chosen major. Students begin with foundational AI coursework before advancing into their selected academic programs, ensuring they gain firsthand exposure to AI applications that enhance their field of study.

KFUPM is also the first university in Saudi Arabia to launch ChatGPT Edu in partnership with OpenAI. This initiative integrates AI tools into classrooms and research environments, enhancing research efforts and enabling students to focus on higher-level problem-solving and creativity.

Write your Syllabus. It very important that your students have easy access to the course syllabus on the first day of class. The syllabus provides a summary of the content to which learners will be exposed and that which will help students succeed. The syllabus should include course content, learning objectives, assignments, projects and exams, office hours, course policy.

Course Policies Artificial Intelligence: The use of any content generation tool (such as ChatGPT) in the writing of your assignments is prohibited. Academic Integrity: Collaboration on assignments is prohibited, each student must submit their own work. The assignment must be handwritten (either on paper or on an electronic tablet and then printed), and must be hand-delivered. Cheating will result in a failing grade and disciplinary action.

Use of AI Tools (like ChatGPT): Students are encouraged to use AI responsibly as a learning aid for understanding lecture content, practicing statistical concepts, and preparing for exams. However, the use of AI during quizzes and exams is strictly prohibited and will be treated as an academic integrity violation.

As part of this collaboration, both institutions will ensure that the agreement prioritizes AI ethics, data privacy, and academic integrity, ensuring responsible AI adoption within the university environment.

KFUPM may share personal data under the following conditions: Government Authorities: As required by law or regulation. Service Providers: With third-party vendors under confidentiality agreements for operational and technical support. Academic and Research Partners: When necessary for academic collaborations and research purposes.

9. Transfer of Personal Data Outside the Geographical Borders of the Kingdom According to the applicable regulations, the storage and processing of the beneficiary’s personal data shall be conducted securely within the geographical borders of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to ensure the preservation of national digital sovereignty. Personal data may only be transferred or processed outside the Kingdom under the circumstances specified in Article 29 of the Personal Data Protection Law.

AI+X™ is a comprehensive initiative designed to equip every undergraduate student with essential artificial intelligence (AI) skills, regardless of their chosen major. Students begin with foundational AI coursework before advancing into their selected academic programs, ensuring they gain firsthand exposure to AI applications that enhance their field of study.

By requiring all undergraduate students to complete AI-focused coursework, we aim to graduate 10,000 AI-skilled professionals by 2030, directly supporting Saudi Arabia’s vision and the goals set by the National Center for Artificial Intelligence.

A student cheats or assists in cheating in coursework or quizzes 1. The course instructor assigns the student a grade of zero for that work. 2. The instructor submits a report with details of the case and recommendations to the Department Chair. 3. The Department Chair forwards the recommendations to the College Dean. 4. The College Council reviews the case and takes one of the following actions: • Reconsider the penalty. • Confirm the penalty. • Assign a grade of Denial (DN) for the course. • The College Council may also refer the case to the Student Affairs Committee, which will investigate further and submit recommendations to the University President in accordance with the Student Disciplinary Regulations. The student may appeal the decision to the Dean of Student Affairs within one week of being notified.

A student cheats, attempts to cheat, or assists in cheating during any written examination (Major, Midterm, or Final Exam) 1. The course instructor assigns the student a grade of zero for that work. 2. The instructor submits a report with details of the case and recommendations to the Department Chair. 3. The Department Chair forwards the recommendations to the College Dean. 4. The College Council reviews the case and takes one of the following actions: • Reconsider the penalty. • Confirm the penalty. • Assign a grade of Denial (DN) for the course. • The College Council may also refer the case to the Student Affairs Committee, which will investigate further and submit recommendations to the University President in accordance with the Student Disciplinary Regulations. The student may appeal the decision to the Dean of Student Affairs within one week of being notified. Note: In addition to the Denial (DN) grade, the Student Affairs Committee generally recommends a disciplinary penalty not less than suspension for one academic semester.

Article 8: Without prejudice to Articles 5 and 6, the following authorities have jurisdiction: 1. The Dean of Student Affairs (or delegate) may impose penalties (1) and (2) of Article 4. 2. The College Council may impose penalty (6) of Article 4. 3. The Student Affairs Committee may recommend the imposition of all other penalties except (6) of Article 4. Article 9: The Student Affairs Committee reviews cases referred to it by the Dean of Student Affairs or other University entities. The Committee submits its recommendations to the University President for decision.

Article 12: First: Appeals Related to Academic Matters 1. If a student disputes the grade awarded in any course (final exam, midterm, research, or other academic requirements), they must first discuss the matter with the course instructor. If unresolved, the matter may be escalated to the Academic Department Chair with supporting reasons, within one week of the following semester or from the time of receiving the grade. Beyond this period, the right to appeal is forfeited. 2. The Department Chair shall form a committee, chaired by the Chair, to review the matter. The committee may recommend upholding the grade, rejecting it entirely, or modifying it (positively or negatively), with justification. The recommendation is then submitted to the College Dean, who refers it to the College Council for a final decision. 3. The Department Chair must inform the student in writing of the College Council’s decision within one week of its issuance.

Second: Appeals Related to Student Affairs Committee Decisions 1. A student may appeal decisions issued against them to the University President, except as stated in the first part of this Article. 2. Appeals must be submitted within 15 days from the date the student is notified of the Committee’s decision. The University President may extend this period if justified. 3. When considering an appeal, the University President may: (a) Reject the appeal and uphold the decision. (b) Overturn or partially amend the decision. (c) Order further investigation. (d) Take any other appropriate action.

Article 14: Any matter not explicitly covered in these regulations shall be governed by applicable laws, regulations, and directives in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

CONFIDENTIAL. TO INTENDED RECIPIENTS ONLY KFUPM Code of Conduct (IS FAIR) Revision Record Date Ver Reason for Change April 28, 2020 0.0 Initial revision adopted from reference by KFUPM Code of Conduct Committee August 23, 2020 0.4 Final approved by UC January 11, 2022 0.5 Renewed approval by UC

Article 6: No penalty shall be imposed unless the student has been investigated in writing and given the opportunity to present their case. If the student refuses or fails to appear without a valid excuse, penalties may be imposed in their absence.

A student cheats or assists in cheating in coursework or quizzes 1. The course instructor assigns the student a grade of zero for that work. 2. The instructor submits a report with details of the case and recommendations to the Department Chair. 3. The Department Chair forwards the recommendations to the College Dean. 4. The College Council reviews the case and takes one of the following actions: • Reconsider the penalty. • Confirm the penalty. • Assign a grade of Denial (DN) for the course. • The College Council may also refer the case to the Student Affairs Committee, which will investigate further and submit recommendations to the University President in accordance with the Student Disciplinary Regulations. The student may appeal the decision to the Dean of Student Affairs within one week of being notified.

A student cheats, attempts to cheat, or assists in cheating during any written examination (Major, Midterm, or Final Exam) 1. The course instructor assigns the student a grade of zero for that work. 2. The instructor submits a report with details of the case and recommendations to the Department Chair. 3. The Department Chair forwards the recommendations to the College Dean. 4. The College Council reviews the case and takes one of the following actions: • Reconsider the penalty. • Confirm the penalty. • Assign a grade of Denial (DN) for the course. • The College Council may also refer the case to the Student Affairs Committee, which will investigate further and submit recommendations to the University President in accordance with the Student Disciplinary Regulations. The student may appeal the decision to the Dean of Student Affairs within one week of being notified. Note: In addition to the Denial (DN) grade, the Student Affairs Committee generally recommends a disciplinary penalty not less than suspension for one academic semester.

Article 4: Disciplinary penalties include: 1. Verbal or written warning, or a written pledge. 2. Written reprimand. 3. Mandatory community service for a specified number of hours. 4. Deprivation of certain student services, housing, or student activities for one semester, less, more, or permanently. 5. Financial fine. 6. Cancellation of grades in one or more courses, with failure recorded. 7. Suspension from study for one or more regular or summer semesters. 8. Permanent dismissal from the University and termination of enrollment. 9. Any other penalties approved by the University President. Article 5: Penalties must be proportionate to the severity of the violation, considering previous infractions and surrounding circumstances.

Article 12: First: Appeals Related to Academic Matters 1. If a student disputes the grade awarded in any course (final exam, midterm, research, or other academic requirements), they must first discuss the matter with the course instructor. If unresolved, the matter may be escalated to the Academic Department Chair with supporting reasons, within one week of the following semester or from the time of receiving the grade. Beyond this period, the right to appeal is forfeited. 2. The Department Chair shall form a committee, chaired by the Chair, to review the matter. The committee may recommend upholding the grade, rejecting it entirely, or modifying it (positively or negatively), with justification. The recommendation is then submitted to the College Dean, who refers it to the College Council for a final decision. 3. The Department Chair must inform the student in writing of the College Council’s decision within one week of its issuance.

Second: Appeals Related to Student Affairs Committee Decisions 1. A student may appeal decisions issued against them to the University President, except as stated in the first part of this Article. 2. Appeals must be submitted within 15 days from the date the student is notified of the Committee’s decision. The University President may extend this period if justified. 3. When considering an appeal, the University President may: (a) Reject the appeal and uphold the decision. (b) Overturn or partially amend the decision. (c) Order further investigation. (d) Take any other appropriate action.