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Short Learning Programme / Ethics for AI Use: Large Language Models
Short Learning Programme

Ethics for AI Use: Large Language Models

Instructor
Teacher

Prof Catherine Botha & Prof Tapiwa Chagonda

Last updated

24 Jun, 2025

About Course

Description:

With dynamic and specialist instructors from UJ's Department of Philosophy and the Centre for Data Ethics (part of the Institute for Intelligent Systems (IIS)), this short learning programme will help you navigate ethical considerations in artificial intelligence with a particular focus on the use of LLMs in research, education and industry.

Admission Requirements:

NQF level 4 or matric certificate or equivalent.

Course Curriculum

  • Foundations of Ethics: Understanding the differences between ethics, morals, and the law.
  • Critical Approaches to the Ethical Issues Posed by AI: Engaging with the ethical challenges posed by Large Language Models (LLMs) employing analysis and debate.
  • Practical Engagement: Practical examples will allow you to understand the ethical use of LLMs in research, education, and industry.

Your Instructors

Prof Catherine Botha & Prof Tapiwa Chagonda

Prof Catherine Botha & Prof Tapiwa Chagonda

Instructor

Course Dates

  • Enrollment Opens: Friday, 30 May 2025
  • Enrollment Closes: Wednesday, 16 Jul 2025
  • Course Starts: Wednesday, 16 Jul 2025
  • Course Ends: Wednesday, 03 Sep 2025
Ethics for AI Use: Large Language Models
R 9240
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This course includes:
Duration 7 weeks
Focus Area Digital revolution
Accredited No
NQF Level n/a
Mode of Delivery Scheduled delivery — asynchronous & synchronous
Skill Level Intermediate
Start Date 7/16/2025