Mastering Generative AI for Academic Success

Offering main image Effective Prompt Engineering for Academic Problem Solving Techniques for formulating clear, effective prompts to support research, problem-solving, and academic writing. AI Support in Programming and Technical Courses Introduction to user-friendly AI tools that assist in generating, explaining, and debugging code, accessible to students without extensive programming experience. Generative AI as a Writing Assistant Methods for using AI to support ideation, structural editing, stylistic improvements, and constructive feedback in academic writing. AI-Enhanced Learning and Brainstorming Techniques Approaches to using AI as a study aid and collaborative partner in preparing for exams, generating ideas, and organizing group projects. Human-AI Interaction and User Experience Design Examination of principles for human-in-the-loop systems and user-centered AI design, emphasizing effective, transparent, and supportive interaction. Ethical Considerations and Future Perspectives in AI Critical discussion of ethical implications of AI use in academia, including analysis of current debates such as those presented by the Center for Humane Technology.

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Semester / Term

Fall/Winter

Course Start Date & Time

2025-10-23 00:00:00

Course End Date & Time

2026-01-07 01:00:00

Type

Shared Lecture

Format

online


 

Blended


Host University

University of Applied Sciences St. Pölten


Study Programme

Bachelor Creative Computing

Credits (ECTS)

3

Contact hours

30

Full/partial course

Full course

Course Content

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Effective Prompt Engineering for Academic Problem Solving


Techniques for formulating clear, effective prompts to support research, problem-solving, and academic writing.


AI Support in Programming and Technical Courses


Introduction to user-friendly AI tools that assist in generating, explaining, and debugging code, accessible to students without extensive programming experience.


Generative AI as a Writing Assistant


Methods for using AI to support ideation, structural editing, stylistic improvements, and constructive feedback in academic writing.


AI-Enhanced Learning and Brainstorming Techniques


Approaches to using AI as a study aid and collaborative partner in preparing for exams, generating ideas, and organizing group projects.


Human-AI Interaction and User Experience Design


Examination of principles for human-in-the-loop systems and user-centered AI design, emphasizing effective, transparent, and supportive interaction.


Ethical Considerations and Future Perspectives in AI


Critical discussion of ethical implications of AI use in academia, including analysis of current debates such as those presented by the Center for Humane Technology."

Prerequisites

tried AI tools (e.g. Gemini, ChatGPT, Elicit, etc) before

Teaching Methods

group works, discussions, hands-on exercises, everything hybrid / online

Assessment

online tests

Learning Outcomes

"Define core concepts in generative AI, prompt engineering, and basic AI-assisted workflows for academic work.


Describe how AI tools can support academic tasks such as writing, brainstorming, and studying.


Identify key ethical considerations and institutional guidelines for responsible AI use.


Utilize generative AI tools to draft, refine, and structure written assignments effectively.


Apply fundamental prompting strategies to enhance the relevance and clarity of AI-generated content.


Experiment with accessible AI tools for simple programming tasks and academic support, without requiring advanced coding skills.


Reflect on the capabilities and limitations of human-AI collaboration within academic settings."

Literature & Materials

tbd

Open To

all students interested in studying smarter

Beginning of Application Period

2025-07-01 00:00:00

End of Application Period

2025-10-16 00:00:00