Association Between Artificial Intelligence and Academic Integrity in Higher Education in Tanzania

Abstract

The study assessed the association between artificial intelligence (AI) use and academic integrity among higher education students in Tanzania by specifically examining the relationship between the frequency of AI use, the purpose of AI use, and the perceived usefulness of AI with students’ adherence to academic integrity. Data were collected from 154 bachelor's degree students from the University of Dar es Salaam and the Institute of Finance Management using a structured questionnaire and analysed using descriptive statistics and multiple regression analysis. The findings reveal that the purpose of AI use, frequency of use, and perceived usefulness are all significantly associated with academic integrity, with the purpose of use showing the strongest influence. Therefore, responsible AI use can enhance learning efficiency, while misuse may undermine integrity. It recommends that higher education institutions develop clear policies, ethical guidelines, AI literacy programmes, and faculty training to ensure AI supports learning while maintaining academic standards.

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