Academic Honesty

The International Graduate Medical Education Program is noted for the value it places on honesty and integrity. As such, learners who use the ideas and works of another must cite and reference in the traditional scholarly manner. Consequences of failing to do so may result in non-acceptance of work, written reprimand and possible dismissal from the program.

Grievance Policy

The International Graduate Medical Education Program is attentive to grievances of its learners. Learners are afforded due process according to guidelines established by the University.

Use of Human Participants in Research

The rights of individuals participating in research is respected and protected. Any research involving testing, treating or experimentally manipulating human participants will require approval from the International Graduate Medical Education Program and must conform to ethical standards for research with human subjects.

Enrollment

Full-time learner's enrollment is continuous. Those who discontinue enrollment without leave of absence permission will be required to apply for readmission. Ph.D. learners will be enrolled for a period of no less than 6 sessions (2 years), to a maximum of 7 years. MSc learners will meet the same minimum enrollment period but may not exceed 6 years to complete the degree. These limitations may be appealed by following the grievance procedure of the University.

Academic Leaves of Absence

A learner may apply for a leave from the program for the period of one session. Requests may be filed in writing and should be submitted at least one week prior to the commencement of the leave. Learners may apply for a leave after completing a minimum of one session in the program.

Probation and Dismissal

In the case of probationary periods, a committee of faculty members will be formed to develop goals and achieve a plan aiming at improving a learner's academic progress. If these interventions do not result in improvement a learner may be dismissed from the program. Other grounds for dismissal will include inappropriate conduct, which goes against the academic policies mentioned above. Dismissal decisions may be appealed according to the University guidelines.