Generative AI tools may be used in all examination and graded assignments as long as the use follows the course guidelines, unless otherwise explicitly stated. You are also advised to follow the course guidelines for non-graded assignments. The guidelines for the use of generative AI are designed to promote learning and the fulfillment of the course learning objectives.

Discussing mathematical modeling and methods with others is very useful to get a better understanding of concepts and evaluate pros and cons of different approaches. The best way to practice this is with your peers, but also AI can partly be used to train this skill, and build up a healthy level of scepticism.

Guidelines for the use of generative AI

Generative AI may be used in the course's examination and graded assignments as long as you use it in a manner that is

responsible
ethical
academically honest
assisting in fulfilling your intentions, rather than blindly leading you

One example on how to fulfill these guidelines is to be transparent with your use of generative AI, which means that your use must be disclosed. You will find more course-specific examples under the heading "Examples of permitted use".

Note that the guidelines must be followed for examination and graded assignments, but you are advised to also follow them outside of examinations and for non-graded assignments.

Examples of permitted use

Below are examples of permitted use of generative AI in the course. Consult your teacher if you are considering other areas of use.

Examples of permitted use:

Idea generation: Use AI to get inspiration, structure thoughts or formulate questions. However, it is always good to think independently first, so that the AI tool does not limit your perspectives.
Verification: Asking AI to explain what assumptions are necessary for the results to hold, alternative descriptions of the problem, or to generate counter examples
Translation: AI assistance can be used for translating text or computer code from one programming language to another
Improve text: AI is allowed to be used on a sentence level.

Note! Remember to critically review material created by generative AI. You as a student are fully responsible for all material you submit and must be able to defend and explain it completely without support from generative AI.

Examples of prohibited use

Below is a description of the use of generative AI in examination and graded assignments that is considered unauthorized assistance, attempted deception or cheating. This is not a complete list, always consult your teacher if you are unsure whether your use is permitted.

Examples of prohibited uses:

Complete assignment solution: AI may not be used to generate entire assignments, reports, or exam answers

Disclosure of AI use

To ensure academic transparency, you must disclose whether and how generative AI has been used in your work. All reports have to declare how AI has been used.

Disciplinary action for unauthorized use of AI

Everything you submit must be your own work – even if generative AI is used as support, the thinking and conclusions must be your own. Using generative AI in an unauthorized way for examination and graded assignments is considered an attempt to mislead and may lead to disciplinary action. Therefore, be sure to follow the information on this page, and disclose your use of generative AI.

Questions or concerns?

Contact the course responsible for guidance and clarification of this information, or if you are wrongly accused of unauthorized use of generative AI in the course's examination and graded assignments.