Microsoft Copilot
Microsoft Copilot is an AI-driven chat tool which enables you to create content, collaborate, and find solutions seamlessly.
Key features
- Provides access to cutting-edge AI models such as GPT-4 and DALL-E 3.
- Summarises content from lengthy web pages.
- Explains complicated topics in basic terms.
- Creates initial drafts of written content, such as emails and documents, based on brief information you provide.
- Generates images based on your prompt.
Access instructions
- Select Sign in with a work or school account and enter your York email address and password.
- Duo two-factor authentication is required.
Available to staff and students
You can use this service on University-managed and personal devices.
Web-based
This service works in your web browser.
Funded by the University
There isn’t a cost to you for standard use.
Additional information
When you're logged into Copilot with your University account:
- Microsoft does not retain any questions, chat prompts or responses from Copilot.
- All data is discarded when you leave the Copilot site, or if you close your browser.
- The data you enter is not used to train the underlying AI language model.
This is indicated by the Protected icon in the top corner.
More information on these protections is available on Microsoft’s website:
- Privacy and protections (microsoft.com)
Access instructions
- Select Sign in with a work or school account and enter your York email address and password.
- Duo two-factor authentication is required.
Guides and help
How-to guides and set up
- Microsoft Copilot: Overview
- Frequently asked questions (microsoft.com)
Search all our guides and help
Training and best practice
- Generative AI enhanced teaching and learning
- Use of generative Artificial Intelligence in PGR programmes
- Using AI generation tools - Digital Creativity: a Practical Guide
- Copilot Lab (microsoft.com)
Accessibility
- View accessibility reports from Microsoft (microsoft.com)
Contact for support
If you're experiencing technical issues and need advice, please contact IT Services.
Service commitments
The following policies apply to all IT services provided by the University.
Availability
- This is a live service, available 24/7.
Support
- This service is managed by a third party.
- They are responsible for monitoring, identifying and fixing faults. We provide advice and support for local issues during our opening hours.
Standards
- Our service performance and standards have been produced in consultation with our customers, and we monitor the delivery, performance and availability of facilities and services.
We appreciate feedback as it helps us review and continually improve our service.
Page last reviewed: 9 September 2024