This page aims to keep CSM staff aware of the latest advancements of AI in creative education, and to quickly access relevant resources.
What is Artificial Intelligence (AI) ?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) defines intelligence demonstrated by machines and technology, in contrast to intelligence demonstrated by human behaviour. While Kaplan and Haenlein define AI as “a system’s ability to correctly interpret external data, to learn from such data, and to use those learnings to achieve specific goals and tasks through flexible adaptation” (Kaplan and Haenlein 2019), Poole and Mackworth (2010) have define AI more widely as “the field that studies the synthesis and analysis of computational agents that act intelligently.”
Artificial intelligence is at the forefront of a changing landscape in tertiary education. From personalised learning pathways to automated administrative tasks, AI promises to redefine teaching and learning for learners and practitioners alike. But harnessing the full potential of AI isn’t without its challenges – both ethical and technological – which need careful navigation.
Links to resources
The buttons below provide access to existing resources related to AI in Art and Design Education at CSM, UAL and beyond.
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- AI and Sustainability panel discussion (June 2026)
NEW DATE CONFIRMED: Friday, 5th June 2026, 11:00-12:00 BST This online session (MS Teams) can be booked by UAL staff and students via Eventbrite: Join us to explore how AI technologies intersect with questions of sustainability, responsibility and the future of creative practice. This event will be hosted by George Barker. Panellists include: Shared resources… Read more: AI and Sustainability panel discussion (June 2026) - AI at UAL: Students Panel Discussion (December 2025)Friday, 12th December 2025, 13:00-14:00 GMT This online session (MS Teams) can be booked by UAL staff and students via Eventbrite: Join us to hear UAL students share their experiences using AI tools for learning and creativity, and discuss the challenges they face. This event will be co-hosted with Mahalia Henry-Richards (CCI). Panellists include: Shared… Read more: AI at UAL: Students Panel Discussion (December 2025)
- A compendium of resources on AI in HEFind out existing resources related to AI in Art and Design Education at CSM, UAL and beyond.
- AI at UAL: Students Panel Discussion (July 2025)Friday, 11th July 2025, 13:00-14:00 BST This online session (MS Teams) can be booked by UAL staff and students via Eventbrite: Join us to hear UAL students share their experiences using AI tools for learning and creativity, and discuss the challenges they face. This event will be co-hosted with Maria Than. Panellists include: Shared resources… Read more: AI at UAL: Students Panel Discussion (July 2025)
- Diversity in AI – Panel discussionFriday, 30th May 2025, 11:00-12:00 BST This online session can be booked by UAL staff and students via Eventbrite: Join UAL colleagues for this panel discussion on Diversity in AI, where we’ll examine pressing questions around bias, ethics, and legislation while exploring how greater representation and inclusion could help build more equitable AI systems. Panellists… Read more: Diversity in AI – Panel discussion