Number of students using artificial intelligence for Leaving Cert project work 'alarming'

Survey also found students are factoring housing availability into their plans for third-level education, with 34% reporting rent and the cost-of-living were major factors in where they choose to attend university.

Almost 20% of sixth-year students have used artificial intelligence tools for projects that contribute to their overall Leaving Certificate grades.

Of the 1,300 students who took part in this year’s Studyclix Student Survey, 71% reported trying ChatGPT or other AI tools, while the number who said they used AI for school-related tasks stood at almost 60%.