u/MigrainesAreFun

The silence from both USYD and UNSW following recent exam leaks raises a troubling question: are we witnessing a shift from individual dishonesty to a systemic threat that devalues every honest student's hard work? With some degrees costing over $40,000, high-tech cheating services undermine them; the fallout goes beyond skewed grading curves. In fields requiring rigorous professional competence, faking proficiency isn't just self-gratification; it is a dangerous gamble with real-world consequences. Is it time for universities to stop sweeping these integrity crises under the rug before public trust in our top qualifications collapses entirely?

And is one solution to this modern-day problem the implementation of metal detectors and infrared detection (IR) in large-scale exam halls?

Edit: I do acknowledge this form of cheating isn't new; however, the issue is the uptick in diverse non-native english speaking demographic is within these 'core' or 'foundational' level cheating. This is concerning. Why?

Well, you don't want your doctor, surgeon, nurse, lawyer, accountant, site manager, safety officer, educator, etc. lying about their standard of knowledge. With the introduction of AI, we walk a fine line between competency and incompetence, one that could end with serious, life-altering consequences.

Cheating: Effect more than you think?