University of Greenwich adopts Studiosity+ for AI-powered academic writing feedback
The University of Greenwich has signed a three-year agreement with Studiosity to provide UK-based students access to Studiosity+, an AI-powered academic writing feedback tool.
The collaboration builds on a partnership established in 2018 and expands the university’s efforts to enhance academic support.
Studiosity+ delivers AI-driven feedback on written work within minutes, focusing on academic literacy skills, including grammar, structure, and readability. The platform operates under a "Humans in the Loop" model to ensure quality and oversight, providing consistent and reliable feedback. This shift aims to help students improve their coursework while addressing broader academic goals.
Before adopting Studiosity+, the university offered its students access to Studiosity’s human-led Writing Feedback service and Connect Live, which provided one-on-one academic support. The new tool now delivers unlimited access to writing feedback at a faster pace, supported by AI technology.
Paul Butler, Executive Director and CIO at the University of Greenwich, explained the transition:
We have undertaken research-based evaluation that shows certain types of students do better using Studiosity than without and, following discussion with our Vice-Chancellor, who is clear on its value, we wanted to move to the AI-for-learning support service."
“We did an initial pilot, and found responses for students were consistent and consummate with what they have received before using the more traditional model of Studiosity, and in some cases actually more accurate. The key value contribution is that we are not limited in any way on usage, and have therefore opened up access to Studiosity+ to all students.”
The tool is integrated into the university’s virtual learning environment (VLE), providing seamless accessibility for students. It also aligns with the university’s Access and Participation Plan (APP), helping to address awarding gaps and enhance opportunities for students from diverse and non-traditional backgrounds.
“Studiosity+ allows them to focus on content and subject matter, and getting English, grammar, and structure support helps them on their journey,” Butler added. “The open-ended capacity of Studiosity+ also means we can commission projects in support of the University’s Access and Participation Plan (APP), including one on awarding gaps.”
The university has emphasized its approach to adopting AI tools responsibly, ensuring ethical use and supporting students in developing critical appraisal skills for the workplace. Butler commented, “We encourage students to use it in a safe and curated way, but the integrity element is crucial. Navigating AI is one of the skills and competencies students must have in the world of work.”
Reflecting on the expanded partnership, Isabelle Bambury, Studiosity’s Managing Director for UK and Europe, said:
“We are delighted to enter a new three-year partnership with the University of Greenwich. It is pleasing the University has recognized the impact of our work together and the opportunity now around utilizing AI-for-learning technology to support all university students’ academic literacy skills. We look forward to an ongoing mutually-beneficial partnership.”
