September 10, 2026
Generative artificial intelligence can help students explore ideas, understand difficult concepts and practise new skills. However, it can also produce inaccurate information, invent references and weaken learning when it completes a student's thinking for them.
💡 Key Principle: Use AI to support your learning — not replace it.
Read the AI guidelines provided in the Assessment Brief for each assessment task before using any AI tool. Requirements may differ between units and assessments.
Do not assume AI is permitted simply because the tool is available. If the instructions are unclear, ask your lecturer before using it.
Depending on the assessment requirements, AI may help you:
You must still complete the analysis, make your own decisions and prepare the final response in your own voice. You should be able to explain and defend every part of the work you submit.
AI tools can provide incorrect information with confidence. Always check facts, calculations, quotations and references against reliable sources.
You remain responsible for the accuracy of your submitted work.
Never enter passwords, identity documents, student records, workplace information, placement observations or another person's personal details into a public AI tool.
If you are unsure whether information is safe to enter, leave it out and ask your lecturer.
Keep a record of:
Follow the acknowledgement or referencing instructions in the Assessment Brief. Being transparent about AI use helps protect the academic integrity of your work.
Turnitin's similarity score identifies text that matches other sources. Where an AI-writing indicator is available, it is separate from the similarity score.
A low similarity score does not mean unauthorised AI use will go unnoticed. Lecturers may review the AI-writing indicator, compare the submission with your previous work, discuss the work with you and consider other evidence. Neither score alone determines academic misconduct, but concerns may lead to further investigation.
Always follow the Assessment Brief and submit work that reflects your own understanding.
Ask yourself:
☐ Did I read and follow the AI guidelines in the Assessment Brief?
☐ Was AI permitted for the way I used it?
☐ Did I complete the analysis and final response myself?
☐ Did I verify all facts, calculations and references?
☐ Did I remove personal and confidential information?
☐ Did I acknowledge AI assistance where required?
☐ Can I explain and defend every part of my submission?
AI literacy means knowing when a tool is useful, when its answer requires checking and when it should not be used.
Employers and professional workplaces need graduates who can communicate clearly, evaluate evidence, solve problems and take responsibility for their decisions. Your studies are an important opportunity to develop these skills.
If you are unsure whether AI is permitted for an assessment, speak with your lecturer before using it. For assistance with academic writing, referencing or study skills, contact OIHE Academic Learning Support.
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