Foundations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Module
Build the skills to use AI responsibly and effectively in your studies and your career with the new Foundations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Module.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping how we live, learn and work – and Monash is committed to equipping our students with the essential knowledge and skills to navigate an increasingly AI-enabled world. This module supports our shared commitment to using AI safely, ethically and effectively. It provides a broad introduction to AI, including practical, hands-on activities with generative AI tools.
Designed to provide a practical and accessible starting point, the module introduces the essential concepts, capabilities and considerations that underpin AI use in education and beyond.
The Foundations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Module is the first piece in building a strong foundation for engaging with AI, preparing students to navigate a complex AI-enabled academic environment.
The module covers:
- What is AI? Key concepts, processes and histories
- Responsible, ethical and safe use of AI
- Effective prompting strategies
- Exploring generative AI tools
- Critical evaluation of AI outputs
- How to acknowledge AI use in academic work