Mandatory study start test
When you start your studies at CBS, you will have to take a course and pass a test on academic integrity and conduct.
Good academic practice is a competence you will need throughout your studies. It is an important part of being a university student.
The course deals with how to work with sources and how to write an academic assignment. The purpose of the course is to ensure that you are prepared for writing academic projects at an adequate level without accidentally cheating or committing plagiarism.
The study start test is mandatory
The study start test is a mandatory part of your study start. Therefore, you must pass the test to continue your studies. If you do not complete the test, you risk being de-enrolled from your study programme.
You can take the test during two periods:
1st period: 9 – 23 September, 2025, 12:00 noon
2nd period: 7 – 14 October, 2025, 12:00 noon
You will automatically be signed up for the second test period if you do not pass the test in the first round.
You can take the test as many times as you want within the two periods.
What is plagiarism?
CBS defines plagiarism as ”an attempt to take credit for the work of others without their consent and without a source reference.”
Whenever you use sources in an assignment, you need to make sure that you use a correct citation. This means that you must point to the exact sources you have used in your assignment. This way, readers will be able to identify the original source smoothly and verify that the thoughts and ideas expressed in the source have been applied correctly by you.
Read more about plagiarism and exam cheating on my.cbs.dk
Practical information about the study start test
Questions about the test?
If you have questions about the rules of the test and how it all works, you are welcome to contact the student guidance counsellors.
Questions about the course?
If you have questions about the course, its content, or academic conduct, you are welcome to contact Joshua Kragh Bruhn from the CBS Library at jkb.lib@cbs.dk.
60-minute online course
The course is online and consists of both texts and videos. It will take approx. 60 minutes to complete the course.
Find the course on Canvas
You will find the study start test on Canvas.
Canvas is the digital platform where you will find all the teaching material you need for your courses.
How to pass the study start test
Once you have completed the course, you will have to pass a test. To pass the test, you must get a minimum of 8 right answers to 10 randomly selected questions concerning the course.
Online presentation to prepare you for the test
In order to prepare you for the study start test, CBS Library will give an online presentation on academic integrity. It is not mandatory to participate, but it is recommended.
The presentation will be held 9 September. Keep an eye on your timetable for potential changes.
You will find the link to the presentation in the Canvas course about academic integrity.
The test is open during two periods
1st period: 9 – 23 September, 2025, 12:00 noon
2nd period: 7 – 14 October, 2025, 12:00 noon
You can take the test as many times as you want within the two periods.
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Contact
You are more than welcome to contact one of our student guidance counsellors if you have questions or just need to talk to someone. We are ready to help you get a good start on your new studies and CBS.
Opening hours
- Monday-Thursday: 10:00-15:00
Contact information
If you have questions about introduction week you can find contact information for your study start guides on Introduction week