Using AI
Getting Started with AI
To maximise the potential of generative AI, it is important to select suitable tools and learn how to use them effectively and responsibly, as well as understanding their limitations. Using the right tool will enable educators and learners to harness the capabilities of AI. This section provides information on AI and systems available to staff and students at Queen’s. It also includes a list of publicly accessible AI tools, categorised for easy navigation, to help you get started on your AI journey.
If you wish to jump in to exploring generative AI, we recommend the following tools:
- QUB Accessible tools – Copilot Chat (formerly Bing Chat Enterprise)
- Publicly accessible tools – ChatGPT
How to access Copilot
QUB Accessible AI Tools and Systems
Microsoft Copilot Chat is available for use by Queens University Faculty and staff. To use Copilot, please log in using your @qub.ac.uk email address. Copilot Chat is supported officially on Microsoft Edge and Chrome (using the latest Stable Channel update).
It is incumbent on us that we safeguard against risks, such as biases, privacy concerns, and the potential over-reliance on AI-driven responses. These tools have been known to produce inaccurate content (sometimes called “hallucinations”), please verify any information generated by an AI tool, and make sure to reference the tool as you would any other source.
If you have any concerns about privacy related to Copilot at QUB, or if you have questions about the type of data that can be shared with Copilot, please contact our IT Help Desk.
Publicly available AI Tools and Systems
Navigating the AI landscape in search of useful tools can be daunting, with thousands available and new ones emerging daily. To help you get started, here is a small selection of publicly available AI tools including free and paid options.
Disclaimer: “Users are advised to use Artificial Intelligence tools responsibly. It is important to emphasise that the AI tools featured on these pages are intended solely for exploration, and exclusively with publicly available data. Additional information can be found on the ‘Responsible Use of AI’ page. If you are unsure about what tools you can use, please contact our IT Helpdesk.
AI, Step by Step
Our comprehensive guide offers videos and activities to kickstart your AI journey, covering:
- Essential considerations before using AI
- Steps to access tools AI tools including ChatGPT and Copilot
- Practical examples for creating and refining prompts to get the most effective results from AI.
Additional Resources
For a more comprehensive guide to AI tools with additional categories, explore our starter QUB AI Tools Guides.
The AI Starter Kit explores the basics on how to get started with AI. In the Unlocking the Power of AI guide a selection of generative AI tools are showcased that can provide benefit in a wide variety of applications and contexts.
