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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy
At The Writers’ Studio, our focus has always been the creative relationship between writer and tutor, and the vibrant peer-to-peer learning that happens inside our courses. We embrace new technologies where they genuinely support the writing process, but we are equally committed to protecting the integrity of our programs, the privacy of our students, and the development of each writer’s authentic voice.
To ensure every writer receives the personal support they expect, we have a clear policy regarding the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
1. Your work is private and always treated with respect
We never share your writing with third-party AI tools without explicit permission.
(This includes free versions of tools such as ChatGPT, which may use submitted content to train their models.)
Protecting your creative work and intellectual property is central to our values and aligns with emerging best practices across publishing, education, and editorial services.
2. All tutor feedback is written by real people
When you enrol with us, you receive thoughtful, personalised feedback from experienced tutors who read and respond to your work as human readers, mentors, and storytellers.
We do not use AI to generate any tutor feedback. You are paying for genuine human insight and that is exactly what you will receive.
3. We discourage AI use in peer feedback
Many of our courses include group work where participants exchange feedback with one another. These peer comments are a vital part of the learning process. They strengthen your craft, sharpen your instincts, and help you see your writing from the reader’s perspective.
For this reason, we ask participants not to use AI to generate or structure the feedback they give to others.
Using AI for peer feedback
• removes the personal engagement that makes peer learning so valuable
• deprives both the giver and the receiver of genuine insight
• undermines the collaborative, human-centred environment our courses depend on
We want every writer to receive feedback that reflects another writer’s honest reading, not an AI’s imitation of one.
4. We monitor for AI-generated feedback and writing
AI detection tools are imperfect, but we do monitor for signs of AI-generated feedback and AI-written work. When questions arise, we speak privately with the writer to clarify concerns, provide support, and help them return to a process that strengthens their own voice.
This approach ensures a fair, authentic, and supportive environment for all participants.
5. Your creative voice comes first
Nothing replaces the human imagination or the personal exchange between writers. Our mission is to help you uncover, strengthen, and refine your authentic writing and storytelling voice, not to outsource it to a machine.
We continue to stay informed about developments in AI, and our policies will always prioritise:
• your privacy
• your growth as a writer
• and the trust you place in us
If you have any questions about our AI policy or how we support writers at every stage of their journey, we’re always happy to chat.
