Artificial intelligence in higher education

What role should artificial intelligence play in higher education? From ChatGPT to DeepSeek, generative AI (GenAI) tools of all kinds are forcing a rethink of university teaching, assessment, research and administrative work. Find out how to build AI literacy across an institution, use GenAI to support learning, harness AI tools as teaching and research assistants and manage the risks posed by GenAI and other AI technologies.

By kiera.obrien , 5 August, 2026

Why serious skills need serious play

Students play a game designed to improve their clinical communication
Are your students struggling with role play? Game-based learning can offer structure, safety and feedback, especially when combined with AI support. Here’s how
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5minutes
By kiera.obrien , 28 July, 2026

How universities can learn to live with AI

An illustration of a robot in a mortarboard
University policy and students’ practical use of AI are running in different directions. Higher education needs a collaborative approach, focused on human capability, write Doug Specht and Gunter Saunders
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5minutes
By kiera.obrien , 27 July, 2026

Why timing matters for research into students’ GenAI misuse

A student uses an AI tool on their phone while working
Research into GenAI-assisted cheating across disciplines may not be showing the whole picture. Here’s what researchers should be doing to make sure their work stays relevant when technology is moving so quickly
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5minutes
By Eliza.Compton , 15 July, 2026

Navigating students’ AI concerns through improv and theatre techniques

Two female college students discussing something in class
Technical competency is far from the only aspect of preparing students for an AI-driven world. Ethics also deserves attention, writes Jon Catherwood-Ginn. He uses applied theatre to help students cultivate judgement, communication and decision-making skills
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4minutes
Artificial intelligence in higher education