Role and Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education

Abstract

The aim of this article is to explore the role and applications of artificial intelligence (AI), especially Generative AI and Large Language Models, in higher education. The study analyzes the opportunities and challenges of AI in teaching, learning, assessment, research, and institutional governance based on a literature review and real-world examples. The results show that AI provides personalized learning paths and real-time feedback for students, facilitates lesson planning and assessment for teachers, and provides data analysis and academic writing support for researchers. However, irresponsible use of AI can pose risks in terms of academic integrity, creativity, memory, and critical thinking skills. The article also emphasizes the importance of AI literacy; students should master technical and ethical skills to use AI tools responsibly and effectively. As a result, the successful integration of AI in higher education should be based on not only technological, but also pedagogical and ethical principles. The article shows that AI is important not only as a strategic tool in the future of higher education, but also as a platform that supports democratic knowledge production.