Let AI do the heavy lifting
Enhance your research efficiency while upholding academic rigor and integrity. Learn to leverage AI tools responsibly, ethically, and effectively, so you can focus on generating insight rather than getting bogged down in repetitive tasks.
Why This Training Matters
The rapid integration of AI into research is changing how knowledge is generated, analyzed, and communicated. While AI offers powerful opportunities to improve efficiency, insight, and innovation, many researchers struggle to use these tools effectively and ethically. Misuse or uncertainty can lead to wasted time, missed opportunities, or compromised research quality.
Our AI in Research Practical Training equips academics, postgraduate students, and professionals with hands-on skills to confidently integrate AI into their research process. Rather than replacing expertise, AI is used as a support tool helping you conduct rigorous, transparent, and ethically sound research.

What You’ll Learn
- Using AI ethically and responsibly in research
- Mastering core AI concepts for research
- Structured AI prompting
- Identifying and refining research problems
- Applying diverse prompting structures to extract deeper and more meaningful research insights
- Identifying research gaps using structured prompting
- Reviewing, analysing, and mapping literature with advanced AI tools
- Designing strong and coherent conceptual frameworks
- Enhancing academic writing, editing, and referencing
This training is ideal for:
- Researchers looking for accessible, practical training
- Participants who enjoy group interaction and collaborative learning
- Anyone seeking hands-on support to strengthen research skills


Upcoming Sessions
Starts: 7 February 2026
When: Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Format: Live practical sessions, 2 hours each
Dates:
- 7 February 2026
- 14 February 2026
- 21 February 2026
- 28 February 2026
Spots are limited! Don’t miss the opportunity to join our interactive workshops.
Support You Receive
Your learning doesn’t end when the session ends. We provide dedicated support to ensure you confidently apply what you learn:
- Weekday Support: Guidance between sessions to clarify concepts, troubleshoot challenges, and apply AI tools directly to your research.
- Post-Training Support: One full month of continued mentorship to help you integrate AI into your research projects with confidence.
Benefits of Support
- Ongoing guidance throughout your research journey
- Practical assistance with writing, reviewing, and refining research outputs
- Clarification on prompts, frameworks, and AI concepts covered during training
- Continued mentorship to ensure ethical and responsible use of AI
This extended support transforms the training from a short course into a guided research journey, helping you move from understanding AI concepts to using them effectively in real research contexts.
Cost & Registration
Cost: R3,000
Level up your research with practical AI skills, ethical guidance, and continuous support. Secure your spot now before it fills up!
