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Using AI in your work and study

There are many ways that working with artificial intelligence (AI) can assist you in your work and study at York. Here you will find the information you need to get started, including the recommended Generative AI tools we use, as well as when and how to use them. 

Before you start using Generative AI tools in your work or study it's important to read the University's guidance on AI to understand some very key information, including:

  • What is AI
  • In what scenarios can you use AI to assist your work and study
  • What are the University's recommended AI tools and how can they assist you
  • How is the information you input into recommended AI tools handled
  • How can you use AI responsibly and ethically

Read the University's guidance on AI 

Embracing AI as staff and students

As valued members of our academic community, we're asking everyone to play a role in the transition to AI enhanced education at York. We have outlined below what this could look like for staff and students.

Please read this specific guidance for students on your role in the transition to AI-enhanced education.
Please read this specific guidance for staff on your role in using AI to facilitate teaching, learning and assessment in your field.
Please read this specific guidance for postgraduate research students on using AI appropriately.

Important information for students using AI in assessment and research

When used appropriately, translation tools and Generative AI are valuable resources for students on taught and research programmes, however there are limitations, risks and ethical issues to be aware of. The policies and guidance below outline the appropriate and approved uses of AI tools in assessment at York.

Guidance on using AI and translation tools in assessment

Guidance on using AI in PGR programmes 

Support for students during assessment (including the policy on acceptable assistance in assessment for UG & PGT students)

University policies on assessment, marking, feedback and standards

Academic Integrity Tutorial

Using AI in job applications

Improve your AI skills

We have a range of support available to help students and staff improve your AI knowledge and skills.

Use our skills guide for a quick introduction to AI tools and uses.
Discover comprehensive AI training and support from within the University and elsewhere.

Additional information for staff