NOTE: This module is designed to be a continuation of the previous AI Fundamentals: Mastering Gen AI tools for University Admissions teams course and builds on the concepts and modules there.
If you have not completed that course yet, you can click on the blue link above.
Apply the latest
Generative AI
prompting techniques
Now that you understand the basics of Generative AI you can now look at enhancing your student application analysis, report summarising, and policy reviews using the latest Gen AI prompting.
Our Updated Gen AI techniques for Admissions Teams module offers practical insights into models like ChatGPT (GPT-4), Claude, Gemini, and what you'll be using most: Microsoft Copilot, all tailored for university research settings.
Through realistic examples, you’ll learn to apply advanced prompting techniques—including Chain of Thought, Peel, and Echoing—to manage tasks such as reviewing student applications, summarising new admissions policies and guidelines, compliance documents, and reporting more efficiently. By focusing on real-world scenarios, we ensure you can immediately apply these skills within your department.
WIIFM - What's In It For Me?
- Faster Pre-Offer Processes
- Quickly generate personalised offer letters or outreach emails.
- Summarise application requirements and eligibility criteria in one place.
- Simplified Post-Offer Management
- Create comprehensive checklists for missing documents or visa requirements.
- Stay on top of tuition fee deadlines and deposit confirmations with automated reminders.
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Stronger Compliance & Risk Control
- Summarise admissions policies to ensure no crucial step is overlooked.
- Automate consistent document verification for domestic and international applicants alike.
- Better Communication & Collaboration
- Draft clear, consistent follow-up emails or announcements.
- Combine data from student portals, finance teams, and accommodation offices into concise updates.
- Flexible, Adaptive Workflows
- Have Gen AI play different roles (e.g., Admissions Officer, Compliance Checker).
- Quickly revise processes if academic requirements or deadlines change.
- Higher Quality Outputs
- Reduce errors with automated checks and intelligent data insights.
- Avoid last-minute scrambles by getting proactive alerts about missing documents or impending deadlines.
Focus on higher-value admissions work or get your time back—let Gen AI handle the routine tasks.
What You’ll Learn
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Latest AI Features
Gain an understanding of recent enhancements to major Generative AI tools and see how they help with day-to-day student admissions tasks.
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Prompting Frameworks
Practice Chain of Thought, Echoing, Peel, and Role-Based prompts to produce more accurate and context-aware AI outputs.
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Hands-On Application
Work through exercises to create AI-generated documents, from budget summaries to progress reports, aligned with your institutional processes.
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Responsible AI Practices
Explore key considerations for safe, ethical AI usage, ensuring compliance with university policies and guidelines.
Join us to discover effective ways of integrating Generative AI into your administrative workflow.
Enrol today to support your team and help your institution stay ahead in research management.
Before you begin
For the best experience, please review the requirements for this course below:
Browser Requirements:
Make sure you’re using the latest version of Edge, Chrome, or Firefox for the best experience.
Device Requirements:
For the best learning experience, use a laptop or desktop with a stable internet connection. Some features may not work on tablets or mobile devices.
Internet Connection:
A stable internet connection is key to accessing all course materials smoothly and accessing the Generative AI tools / platforms.
Dive In—Don’t Just Read!
This course is hands-on with practical exercises, so be ready to get involved and practice what you learn.