Contract Cheating and Expulsion
Background:
John , a student at the University of Essex Online, was caught using services from “Perfect Essays Ltd.,” an illegal academic writing establishment based in Birmingham. The company provided John with a series of assignments and essays that he submitted as his own work.
Legal Issues:
- Fraud: John engaged in fraudulent activities by submitting work that was not his own, thereby misrepresenting his abilities and qualifications.
- Breach of University Regulations: John violated the academic integrity policy of the University of Essex Online, leading to his expulsion.
- Contractual Violations: The contract between John and the university, which included adherence to academic standards, was breached.
- Immigration Consequences: As a result of his expulsion, John’s student visa is at risk of being revoked, leading to his potential deportation.
- Outcome:
John was expelled from the University of Essex Online and fined £40,000. The university reported the incident to the immigration authorities, which may result in the termination of John’s student visa.
