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
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.