Using Generative AI Tools at University
Information on using Generative Artificial Intelligence Tools (GenAI), such as OpenAI鈥檚 ChatGPT, to support your studies.
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Information on using Generative Artificial Intelligence Tools (GenAI) to support your studies
Information on using Generative Artificial Intelligence Tools (GenAI), such as OpenAI鈥檚 ChatGPT, to support your studies.
The University is committed to taking a positive, educational approach to the use of GenAI as part of the teaching, learning and assessment activities you undertake. It aims to support the use of such tools – seeing their value as a useful aid to learning and their potential to enhance your educational experience and employability - while also maintaining the high academic standards and integrity of our assessments and awards.
GenAI must be used ethically and constructively, and in a way that doesn’t seek unfair advantage. You should always abide by the guidance on Academic Integrity and Academic Misconduct, in the Assessment Handbook. Failure to do so could lead to disciplinary action.
In some modules and assessments, your module leader may permit the use of GenAI or even set tasks and assignments where using these tools is part of the challenge. Don’t use GenAI unless you have been told by your module leader that you can. If you’re unsure, check with them beforehand.
A working group of academics and staff from across the University has been working with your Students’ Union to develop a policy on the use of GenAI. The group has produced an