Academic integrity
Here at Glasgow Caledonian University, we want you to understand that practising academic integrity means keeping our values in mind when you are doing your academic work, particularly when using the work of others.
Using GenAI in your studies
The growth and development of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) will impact how we all learn, work and interact with each other. It is important to embrace the opportunities and innovations GenAI can bring, whilst being mindful of the ethical and environmental concerns associated with it.
The University believes that GenAI should be viewed as a tool to augment human capabilities and enhance efficiency, rather than a replacement for professional judgement, critical thinking, and human decision making. Maintaining critical thinking and human decision making are key components when considering if student use of GenAI is appropriate.
In practice, the appropriate use of GenAI is highly contextual and will depend on what you are studying. This could vary from module to module, so it is important that you check each of your module handbooks and assessment outlines to see whether use of AI is allowed. The inclusion of AI generated content in your assessments is only allowed if both of the following conditions are met:
- The use of GenAI is stated as appropriate for that specific assessment in the module handbook/assessment guidance.
- Your use of GenAI is acknowledged or referenced correctly.
If this is not clear, please speak with the teaching team to confirm what use is considered appropriate. Inappropriate use of AI is a breach of the Code of Student Conduct.
The University has created updated guidance: How can I use Generative Artificial Intelligence in my studies which reflects the University’s current position for 2025/26 on GenAI use and consolidates existing advice for students, to help you understand and follow the expectations around the use of GenAI in your studies.
Don't cheat yourself
This student guidance has been developed to support you to understand what good academic practice is and how to avoid inadvertently engaging in academic misconduct including plagiarism, collusion and cheating. It also highlights what penalties can be applied if you are found guilty of academic misconduct.
Dont Cheat Yourself is part of the wider GCU Student Study Essentials Organisation on GCU Learn. Download the guidance document below and follow the link and instructions below to access Student Study Essentials, where you can navigate to Don't Cheat Yourself.