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Copyright

This LibGuide will help you to know the legal correct way to use copyright works or works covered by Creative Commons licences.

Retrospective Copyright Licences

TO AVOID THE COST OF RETROSPECTIVE COPYRIGHT LICENCES, please ensure all electronic (or printed) material is checked or licensed prior to posting or printing.   Your collaboration in keeping our university copyright compliant is appreciated as it protects the interests of our institution as well as your own.  Please ensure that -

 

  • A copyright licence or written permission is obtained prior to dissemination.
  • Ensure that you display your current licence or permission with your notes as proof of compliance.
  • Unlicensed study material requires retrospective copyright licensing within a stipulated period.  Please note- the University reserves the right to claim restitution from the responsible employee (Nelson Mandela University Copyright Policy). 

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