AI-generated material in higher education
In higher education, the development within so-called generative AI (where ChatGPT is probably the most well-known) has been a source of concern and many considerations. On these pages, the concept of generative AI is introduced, explained, and illuminated from various perspectives.
In these pages, the term generative AI refers to tools that create new texts and other materials based on previous works they have been trained on. Knowledge about generative AI is important for developing an approach that, in the long run, can be the basis for well-considered and sustainable use.
Through the menu, you can find more information about different aspects of generative AI.
Get support from the AI group at the PIL Unit
The AI group is a working group within the PIL Unit that offers support, guidance, and professional development regarding the use of AI and AI-generated materials in teaching and examination.
To get in touch with the group, please contact the coordinator Niklas Segergren at niklas.segergren@gu.se
Use of generative AI at the University of Gothenburg
The first question many academics ask is whether employees are allowed to use services such as ChatGPT and whether licenses are available. At present, all staff and students have access to the chat service Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat. In addition, employees have access to ChatGPT Edu. It is also possible to request access to the extended version of Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot; however, this service comes with a cost that is charged to the department or equivalent, and therefore an order requires approval from a manager.
There is also some complexity regarding the use of services not offered through the university since they have not been scrutinized from, for example, legal perspectives or in terms of security. Therefore, users of these services are advised to exercise caution. It is, for instance, very important not to share any personal data or sensitive information. This also applies to Microsoft Bing Chat/Copilot at present, even though it is offered through the university. Personal data includes all kinds of information that can be directly or indirectly linked to a living person, such as names, images, and voice recordings. Sensitive information refers to, for example, information about ethnic origin, political opinions, and health.
Based on this, a possible stance could be that we should not use these services at all. However, we know that it is necessary to explore them to understand the opportunities and challenges they present, which educators in higher education need to consider, for example, when designing examinations. Since the use of generative AI in education at the University of Gothenburg is decided at the course, program, and/or department level, it may be necessary to explore, for example, Microsoft Bing Chat/Copilot.
Guidance from the Board of Education
The guide supports teachers and other staff at the University of Gothenburg in their work with generative AI in education. It consists of a main section with basic principles and responsibilities (sections 1–7) and in-depth sections that develop the arguments with examples and questions for reflection and collegial discussion.
The guide is not a rulebook but rather a support for professional considerations. It is published in digital form and updated regularly.
Guidance for teachers on using generative AI in education (new version, 2026-02-05, pdf)
Swedish version:
Vägledning för lärare om användning av generativ AI i utbildningen (new version, 2025-12-10, pdf)
Reflection and conversation examples – support material to the guidance
The Advisory Body for Digitalisation in Education (BODU) has produced a support material as a complement to the guidance above. The document illustrates situations in teaching and assessment where questions about generative AI may arise. The first part is structured thematically in the same way as the guidance, while the second part is based on concrete cases.
Guidance for students
The Board of Education has also developed guidance for students. It is based on an earlier version of the guidance for teachers (see above) and is available in the Student Portal. An update is planned for spring 2026.
Guidance for students on the use of generative AI in their studies
Swedish version:
Guidance from the IT Unit
The IT Unit, in collaboration with the Legal and Information Management Unit, has developed guidelines for the use of generative AI tools.
Guidance on the use of generative AI tools
On the Staff Portal, there is a page called "AI for Staff." On this page, you will find information about AI training courses offered by the IT unit. There are also links to external training resources.