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Copyright at the University

An overview to New Zealand Copyright Law including copyright issues and the use of copyright materials at the University.

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Copyright Law in New Zealand

Get an overview of Copyright Law in New Zealand—including copyright protection and ownership, what it covers and the duration of copyright.

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Information for staff about copyright and teaching, including referencing sources and Tails Aspire the copyright management tool.

Copyright in research for students

A guide to copyright in research. Find out what's involved in seeking permission to use other people's copyright before submitting your thesis.

Creative Commons Licences

Creative Commons is a licencing system that allows you to share, remix and reuse material legally.

Open source educational resources

How to find creative commons material open access journals and educational resources—including open access textbooks.

This material has been prepared by the copyright officer. For more information about Copyright at Victoria University of Wellington or enquiries concerning copyright, email copyright@vuw.ac.nz.

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