The Opportunities and Risks of Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education

Paul Marshall and Matthew Higgs

This research will explore the opportunities and risks associated with the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in higher education. From using AI-assisted marking to reduce staff workload to dealing with students using AI-assisted writing for assignments. The research will consider the needs and desires that drive the use of AI in education; the resulting technical and ethical challenges; potential solutions; and the long-term implications for teachers, students, and the future of university education. The research sits at the intersections of AI + education and research + teaching and provides opportunities to explore state-of-the-art AI technology, integrate research into teaching, and develop a unique specialism for a career in academia.