Herald Sun
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- Date Published
- 8 Feb 2026
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- 1
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- 9 Feb 2026, 03:45 am
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Sky News contributor James Bolt criticises the use of artificial intelligence in university assessments, claiming it is like “living a lie”. “I am slightly optimistic from this report,” Mr Bolt told Sky News host James Macpherson. “If you use ChatGPT for your whole degree, you don’t do any study … you don’t retain any of the facts … can you imagine just the fear of walking into a workplace where everyone else assumes you’re qualified for a degree, and you are living a lie?”
Summary
The debate surrounding the use of artificial intelligence, specifically tools like ChatGPT, in university assessments highlights concerns over students' true qualification levels. Sky News contributor James Bolt expresses his skepticism, suggesting that reliance on AI for completing academic work could lead to a scenario where graduates lack actual comprehension and knowledge. This raises questions about the integrity of academic qualifications and the potential risks of unqualified individuals entering the workforce, which could have broader societal implications. Although the discussion primarily addresses educational standards, it indirectly touches on AI's broader impact on skill assessment and verification within professional fields.