NOTE: This module is designed to be a continuation of the previous AI Fundamentals: Mastering Gen AI tools for Research Office 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.

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Apply the latest
Generative AI
prompting techniques


Now that you understand the basics of Generative AI you can now look at enhancing your pre-award, reporting, and post-award processes using the latest Gen AI prompting.

Our Updated Gen AI techniques for Research Administration 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 grant proposals, 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-Award Processes
  • Generate grant proposals quickly and accurately.
  • Easily summarise complex RFPs to save time.
  • Simplified Post-Award Management
  • Create compliance checklists and progress reports more efficiently.
  • Keep budgets on track with automated financial summaries.
  • Stronger Compliance & Risk Control
  • Summarise policies to ensure no critical step is missed.
  • Automate consistent Ethics and IRB documentation.
  • Better Communication & Collaboration
  • Draft clear, consistent emails or memos.
  • Combine data from different sources into concise updates.
  • Flexible, Adaptive Workflows
  • Have Gen AI play different roles (e.g., compliance officer, budget analyst).
  • Quickly revise plans when project details change.
  • Higher Quality Outputs
  • Reduce errors with automated checks and data-driven insights.
  • Avoid last-minute rushes by getting proactive alerts and updates.

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What You’ll Learn


  • Latest AI Features
    Gain an understanding of recent enhancements to major Generative AI tools and see how they help with day-to-day research administration tasks.

  • Prompting Frameworks
    Practice Chain of Thought, Echoing, Peel, and Role-Based prompts to produce more accurate and context-aware AI outputs.

  • Hands-On Application
    Work through exercises to create AI-generated documents, from budget summaries to progress reports, aligned with your institutional processes.

  • 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.


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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.