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BEIJING – As graduation season approaches, debate is intensifying over how universities should regulate the use of artificial intelligence in student theses.
With the rise of generative AI tools, many Chinese universities have rolled out new restrictions this year aimed at curbing excessive reliance on AI-generated content, citing concerns over academic integrity. But the effectiveness and fairness of these measures remain highly contested.
Several institutions have introduced “AI writing bans”, setting limits on the acceptable proportion of AI-generated material in theses. The goal, officials say, is to strike a balance between leveraging technology and preserving human creativity. However, students report a host of challenges, including inaccurate detection and awkward writing alterations, in their efforts to meet AI thresholds.