academic_integrity
The University of Bath Academic Integrity Statement requires students submitting assessment to confirm they have not presented content created by generative AI tools as though it were their own work.
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University of Bath currently has 9 source-backed claim records and 6 official source attributions. Latest tracked changed date: May 14, 2026.
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11 # University of Bath AI policy record
2+academic_integrity: The University of Bath Academic Integrity Statement requires students submitting assessment to confirm they have not presented content created by generative AI tools as though it were their own work.
3+Evidence (en-GB, c13a07d4eefe): By submitting your assessment, you confirm that: ... You have not presented content created by generative AI tools (such as Large Language Models like ChatGPT) as though it were your own work.
4+ai_tool_treatment: University of Bath assessment guidance uses ABC GenAI categories: Type A means GenAI is not permitted, Type B means optional assistive use for specific defined processes, and Type C means GenAI is integral to the assessment.
5+Evidence (en-GB, daff0714b52e): Type A | Use of GenAI is not permitted. Type B | Use of GenAI is optional as an assistive tool for specific defined processes. Type C | Use of GenAI is integral to the assessment.
6+teaching: University of Bath teaching guidance says that from 2026/27 it will move to a two-lane approach, with a closed lane where GenAI must not be used and an open lane where GenAI engagement is necessary or optional.
7+Evidence (en-GB, 3289c37c719f): From 2026/27 onwards, we will move to a simpler, principles-based 'Two-Lane' approach... The two lanes are: (1) 'closed', where GenAI must not be used; (2) and 'open', where engagement with GenAI is either necessary or optional
8+privacy: University of Bath staff guidance says confidential or commercially sensitive data should never be shared with AI.
9+Evidence (en-GB, e106b32981c7): Please note: if you are privy to any confidential or commercially sensitive data this should never be shared with AI.
10+privacy: University of Bath staff guidance says Microsoft Copilot accessed through a university login does not collect chat logs or data or train the wider model, and it advises using Copilot in preference to other tools when handling student data.
11+Evidence (en-GB, e106b32981c7): Microsoft Copilot, when accessed through your university login, does not collect chat logs or data or train the wider model. We therefore advise using this tool in preference to any other when handling student data.
12+teaching: For the 2025/26 transition year, University of Bath teaching guidance says course documentation should keep ABC labels and add a short AI-use statement to B and C coursework briefs.
13+Evidence (en-GB, 3289c37c719f): Practical notes for course teams (AY25/26 transition) - Keep ABC labelling in handbooks while designing to the lanes. Ensure a short AI-use statement requirement is added to coursework briefs (B & C).
14+academic_integrity: University of Bath staff guidance says summative grading and feedback may involve GenAI for editing or augmentation, but both the initial and final judgment should rest with academic staff.
15+Evidence (en-GB, e106b32981c7): There may be a role for GenAI in editing or augmenting feedback, but both the initial and final judgment of grade and feedback should rest with academic staff when handling summative work
16+academic_integrity: University of Bath two-lane FAQ guidance says GenAI misuse in open-lane assessments is not misconduct by itself, but can contribute to plagiarism, fabrication, or collusion.
17+Evidence (en-GB, 0826bfa1cb57): Misusing GenAI is not classified as misconduct in itself, but we recognise that it can contribute to the offences of plagiarism, fabrication and collusion
18+ai_tool_treatment: University of Bath Teaching Hub guidance says Microsoft Copilot is the only generative AI tool made available to all University staff, when accessed with a Bath login.
19+Evidence (en-GB, c260d5d69d1b): As at the "last updated" date shown at the top of this article, Copilot is the only Generative AI tool available to all University staff when logged into a device with a Bath login.
Claim changes
9 claim records
ai_tool_treatment
University of Bath assessment guidance uses ABC GenAI categories: Type A means GenAI is not permitted, Type B means optional assistive use for specific defined processes, and Type C means GenAI is integral to the assessment.
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teaching
University of Bath teaching guidance says that from 2026/27 it will move to a two-lane approach, with a closed lane where GenAI must not be used and an open lane where GenAI engagement is necessary or optional.
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privacy
University of Bath staff guidance says confidential or commercially sensitive data should never be shared with AI.
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privacy
University of Bath staff guidance says Microsoft Copilot accessed through a university login does not collect chat logs or data or train the wider model, and it advises using Copilot in preference to other tools when handling student data.
Review: Agent reviewed
teaching
For the 2025/26 transition year, University of Bath teaching guidance says course documentation should keep ABC labels and add a short AI-use statement to B and C coursework briefs.
Review: Agent reviewed
academic_integrity
University of Bath staff guidance says summative grading and feedback may involve GenAI for editing or augmentation, but both the initial and final judgment should rest with academic staff.
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academic_integrity
University of Bath two-lane FAQ guidance says GenAI misuse in open-lane assessments is not misconduct by itself, but can contribute to plagiarism, fabrication, or collusion.
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ai_tool_treatment
University of Bath Teaching Hub guidance says Microsoft Copilot is the only generative AI tool made available to all University staff, when accessed with a Bath login.
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Source snapshots
6 source attributions
Academic Integrity Statement
official_guidance checked May 14, 2026
GenAI A, B, C Assessment Categorisations Guidance and Template Text - Learning and Teaching Hub
official_guidance checked May 14, 2026
Introduction to Microsoft Copilot - Learning and Teaching Hub
official_guidance checked May 14, 2026
Staff Guidance on the Ethical and Legal use of GenAI - Learning and Teaching Hub
official_guidance checked May 14, 2026
The Two-Lane Approach to GenAI Assessment Categorisation - Learning and Teaching Hub
official_guidance checked May 14, 2026
The Two-Lane Approach to Generative AI and Assessment: Frequently Asked Questions - Learning and Teaching Hub
official_guidance checked May 14, 2026