Artificial intelligence in higher education

Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasing part of the higher education experience for students, and it’s important that the Office for Students, institutions, and the sector keep pace with this rapidly evolving technology.

AI research project

We are collaborating with Advance HE on a research project to find out how universities and colleges are responding to the opportunities and risks AI is bringing to higher education.

As part of this research, we asked senior leaders of institutions, academic staff, students, and their representatives to tell us about their views and experiences via a series of roundtables, interviews, and an online survey.

How we will use the findings

We will analyse the findings in collaboration with Advance HE, drawing upon its research expertise and track record in supporting higher education leaders to enhance teaching and learning for students.

We plan to publish the findings later this year, to help institutions consider how they could:

• use AI tools to improve students’ experiences of higher education
• develop policies to mitigate risks
• strengthen their AI capabilities to drive innovation in teaching and learning.