Copyright
Copyright is a set of exclusive rights for creators. All UNSW staff and students must comply with the Copyright Act 1968 when you use materials created by other people.
Our guide to copyright helps you learn how to use materials legally and ethically in your learning, studies, research and teaching.
Introduction to copyright
Understand the basics of copyright, including:
- Copyright protection and duration.
- Copyright ownership.
- Moral rights of creators.
- What is fair dealing.
- What is open access and Creative Commons.
- Copyright for events and public performances.
- How to avoid plagiarism and copyright infringement.
Copyright for study and research
Are you a student, researcher, publisher and creator of copyright materials? Learn how copyright applies to your work, including:
- Using copyright materials for study and research.
- Publishing your research.
- Copyright and conferences.
- Copyright and your thesis.
- UNSWorks (UNSW's Institutional Repository).
Copyright for teaching
Discover how to provide course materials to your students including an overview of copyright for teaching and how to manage course materials for:
- text works
- artworks and images
- TV and radio broadcasts
- films and videos
- music and sound recording.
Need further assistance with copyright?
For general copyright queries, submit an Ask a question form.
Information within these guides does not constitute as legal advice. If specific advice is required, please contact UNSW Legal Office.