Foundations in Artificial Intelligence for International Education

This module delves into the integration of AI tools in international higher education, focusing on streamlining administrative processes, enhancing student experiences, and advancing institutional strategies. Learners will explore the practical roles of AI systems like chatbots, copilots, and agents, along with foundational principles of prompt engineering. Through hands-on exercises, participants will gain experience in customising AI models for institutional needs, fostering innovation, and improving outcomes in global academic environments.

Focusing on the transformative applications of AI in Education Abroad programs, this module explores AI’s ability to optimise administrative tasks, cultural adaptation, and student engagement. Key areas include AI-driven cultural orientation, real-time emotional support, and enhanced feedback analysis. Participants will learn to leverage AI for Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) and integrate global experiences into curricula. By the end of this module, learners will be equipped to use AI tools to create efficient, inclusive, and impactful Education Abroad programs.

This module explores the role of AI in bridging the gap between education and employability, focusing on tools that offer personalised career advice, skills mapping, and interview preparation. Key models like USEM and CareerEDGE are introduced to guide employability strategies, with practical applications of AI tools to enhance global career readiness.
Participants will also examine collaboration between international offices and career services to optimise employability initiatives and prepare students for success in an interconnected workforce .

This module examines how Generative AI can revolutionise international student recruitment and admissions by enhancing efficiency, personalising engagement, and streamlining processes. Topics include creating dynamic marketing campaigns, tailoring communications for diverse audiences, and providing real-time student support. Ethical considerations and practical challenges are addressed, ensuring learners can adopt AI responsibly. By the end of this module, participants will understand how to use AI to transform recruitment strategies and improve institutional outreach.

This module focuses on Generative AI’s potential to transform partnership development and marketing strategies within international higher education. It includes practical tools for identifying transnational education partners, conducting market analyses, and creating culturally nuanced marketing campaigns. Learners will explore AI’s role in automating engagement strategies and crafting personalised content for diverse global audiences. The module emphasizes maintaining a balance between AI-driven efficiencies and human-centred approaches for meaningful international collaborations.

This module explores the role of Generative AI in navigating the complexities of Transnational Education (TNE), including diverse cultural, regulatory, and academic landscapes. It highlights AI’s use in strategic planning, market intelligence, and quality assurance, as well as supporting students with personalised academic guidance and culturally adapted resources. By the end of this module, learners will understand how to employ AI to optimise transnational operations and create inclusive, high-quality educational experiences.