Southampton, United Kingdom Last checked Jul 19, 2026

University of Southampton

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Coursework

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Use GenAI for learning support only within module instructions; do not submit AI-authored material as your own.

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Exams

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The 2026–27 conduct rules address unauthorised AI-generated or altered academic work. Check the instructions for your specific exam; no general AI permission follows.

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Disclosure

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Check the module-specific declaration template and acknowledge GenAI when required.

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Privacy and data

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The Library asks you to check whether inputs become training data and whether you hold the necessary copyright. Tool-specific retention and upload permissions remain unconfirmed.

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Tools and eligibility

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The University guidance mentions Copilot access through Microsoft 365, not blanket assessment approval.

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Research and publication

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AI research involving human participants or their data falls within research ethics policy. Researchers must not use AI to support peer review without explicit permission.

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Academic integrity

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Unauthorised AI-generated or altered academic work may breach the academic conduct regulations.

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Teaching guidance

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Module staff determine permitted uses and may request a declaration.

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Security and procurement

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No independently verified institutional GenAI procurement approval or tool-specific retention controls are established here.

Do

Confirm the module tutor’s instructions before using AI.
Source guidance
Confirm the module tutor’s instructions before using AI.
Scope
Student and module instructions; research ethics and peer review have separate rules. Microsoft account access is not assessment permission.
Confirm the module tutor’s instructions before using AI.
Original evidence and scope
Confirm the module tutor’s instructions before using AI.
coursework:draft-action-1
Student and module instructions; research ethics and peer review have separate rules. Microsoft account access is not assessment permission.
Please check with your tutor before using generative AI in your work.
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Check whether an AI use declaration is required.
Source guidance
Check whether an AI use declaration is required.
Scope
Student and module instructions; research ethics and peer review have separate rules. Microsoft account access is not assessment permission.
Check whether an AI use declaration is required.
Original evidence and scope
Check whether an AI use declaration is required.
disclosure:draft-action-2
Student and module instructions; research ethics and peer review have separate rules. Microsoft account access is not assessment permission.
Remember to check with your module teaching staff before using any GenAI for your assignments, and to check if there is a module-specific declaration template.
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Check copyright and privacy before uploading material.
Source guidance
Check copyright and privacy before uploading material.
Scope
Student and module instructions; research ethics and peer review have separate rules. Microsoft account access is not assessment permission.
Check copyright and privacy before uploading material.
Original evidence and scope
Check copyright and privacy before uploading material.
disclosure:draft-action-3
Student and module instructions; research ethics and peer review have separate rules. Microsoft account access is not assessment permission.
Privacy: Will the data you input become part of the tool's training data? If so, be mindful of sensitive information.
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Copyright: Ensure you have the rights to use the content you're inputting.
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Don’t

Do not ask GenAI to write or rewrite assessed work for you.
Site advice
Do not ask GenAI to write or rewrite assessed work for you.
Scope
Student and module instructions; research ethics and peer review have separate rules. Microsoft account access is not assessment permission.
Do not ask GenAI to write or rewrite assessed work for you.
Original evidence and scope
Do not ask GenAI to write or rewrite assessed work for you.
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Student and module instructions; research ethics and peer review have separate rules. Microsoft account access is not assessment permission.
asking GenAI to write or rewrite your work or part of your work for you
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Do not upload module tutor materials to GenAI tools.
Site advice
Do not upload module tutor materials to GenAI tools.
Scope
Student and module instructions; research ethics and peer review have separate rules. Microsoft account access is not assessment permission.
Do not upload module tutor materials to GenAI tools.
Original evidence and scope
Do not upload module tutor materials to GenAI tools.
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Student and module instructions; research ethics and peer review have separate rules. Microsoft account access is not assessment permission.
sharing the materials and resources from your module tutors in a GenAI tool
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Do not treat Office 365 Copilot access as examination permission.
Site advice
Do not treat Office 365 Copilot access as examination permission.
Scope
Student and module instructions; research ethics and peer review have separate rules. Microsoft account access is not assessment permission.
Do not treat Office 365 Copilot access as examination permission.
Original evidence and scope
Do not treat Office 365 Copilot access as examination permission.
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Student and module instructions; research ethics and peer review have separate rules. Microsoft account access is not assessment permission.
Student and members of staff currently have access to the generative AI tool CoPilot within Microsoft Office365.
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AI use questioned?Investigation, possible outcomes and appeal

Tool discovery records: scope pending review

Tool discovery information and cited sources are retained. Current account eligibility, cost, endorsement and assessment permission are not confirmed.

ChatGPT

Copilot

Microsoft Copilot

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Updates to this site's reviewed record, not confirmation that the university changed its policy.

2026-10-27Page update
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Reviewed claims

Historical and pending public Claims (2)

These original public records and sources remain traceable. They are excluded from current topics, FAQ, submission and Analysis conclusions and do not establish current permission.

cl-university-of-southampton-chatgpt-348 · excluded_pending_review

Student and module instructions; research ethics and peer review have separate rules. Microsoft account access is not assessment permission.

Original canonical record retained. Research classification is not current policy or publication approval; non-VERIFIED originals are excluded from current conclusions.

Record history

cl-university-of-southampton-microsoft-copilot-349 · excluded_pending_review

Student and module instructions; research ethics and peer review have separate rules. Microsoft account access is not assessment permission.

Original canonical record retained. Research classification is not current policy or publication approval; non-VERIFIED originals are excluded from current conclusions.

Record history

Official sources

2 official URLs; 3 source attributions and their captured versions retained.

GenAI - Searching and Generative AI (GenAI) - LibGuides@Southampton at University of Southampton Library

library.soton.ac.uk

University official source

library.soton.ac.uk

Hash and captured version

GenAI - Searching and Generative AI (GenAI) - LibGuides@Southampton at University of Southampton Library · 2026-05-13T14:06:05Z

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3f3bfaa78236641ef0c9c481e9a922e9aefc6cdc104c6017764370b22805ecf4

Hashes identify a captured version; they do not establish current policy or review approval.

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Using generative artificial intelligence during your studies | University of Southampton

www.southampton.ac.uk

University official source

southampton.ac.uk

Hash and captured version

Using generative artificial intelligence during your studies | University of Southampton · 2026-05-13T14:05:00Z

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92bf7b3a10035a5b5aee80e011e9ac87d4b9bac923d9c7dcc486b6d034798625

Using generative artificial intelligence during your studies | University of Southampton · 2026-07-15T23:08:43.896Z

Representation unspecified in this historical record; do not assume an original-file hash.

6caa1f010a31f49907a4dc02eda1c8e2b1cd84721742507198288369be245cf9

Hashes identify a captured version; they do not establish current policy or review approval.

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Record information, JSON & citation

Review layers: claim review applies to the claims only. Analysis is a separate machine-generated summary awaiting review. Coverage scores do not establish complete policy knowledge.

Claim review state: agent_reviewed
Analysis review state: machine_candidate
Record revision: qs71-90-v6-completeness-r3-20261025
Dataset release: public-release-20260924-002
Correction published: 2026-10-26T02:55:31.205Z
Student snapshot: Not published

Current reviewed JSON · All record history

Published V6 presentation; JSON and MCP retain the existing public record. Supplementary quotations and scope notes remain pending review. Local candidate corrections, tools and student summaries are not approved for publication. Institution-wide audit remains PARTIAL.

Policy semantics PARTIAL; raw official HTML/PDF originals unavailable. New presentation evidence is pending independent acceptance.
All original public tool records remain discovery only; account, price and assessment permission require confirmation.

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Questions students ask

Can I use AI for my coursework?

Use GenAI for learning support only within module instructions; do not submit AI-authored material as your own.

View evidence →

Do I need to disclose AI use?

Check the module-specific declaration template and acknowledge GenAI when required.

View evidence →

Can I upload sensitive data?

The Library asks you to check whether inputs become training data and whether you hold the necessary copyright. Tool-specific retention and upload permissions remain unconfirmed.

View evidence →

Which tools can I access?

The University guidance mentions Copilot access through Microsoft 365, not blanket assessment approval.

View evidence →

What are the examination rules?

The 2026–27 conduct rules address unauthorised AI-generated or altered academic work. Check the instructions for your specific exam; no general AI permission follows.

View evidence →

What rules apply to research and publication?

AI research involving human participants or their data falls within research ethics policy. Researchers must not use AI to support peer review without explicit permission.

View evidence →

What counts as academic misconduct?

Unauthorised AI-generated or altered academic work may breach the academic conduct regulations.

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What guidance applies to teaching?

Module staff determine permitted uses and may request a declaration.

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What security and procurement requirements apply?

No independently verified institutional GenAI procurement approval or tool-specific retention controls are established here.

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When was this record checked?

Record checked: 2026-07-19