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National Guidelines Released (2026.5.14)
The China Academic Degree and Graduate Education Association has issued the "Guidelines for Regulating the Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools in Graduate Degree Theses and Practice Outcomes." All degree theses must now include an AI usage declaration. This tool helps you generate a compliant declaration in one click.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an AI usage declaration? Is it mandatory?↓
Starting May 14, 2026, according to the guidelines issued by the China Academic Degree and Graduate Education Association, all degree theses must include an AI usage declaration that discloses the names, versions, purposes, and usage stages of any AI tools used during the research and writing process. Non-compliance may result in thesis rejection or delayed degree conferral.
How to write an AI usage declaration for my thesis?↓
A compliant AI usage declaration typically includes: (1) Names and versions of AI tools used; (2) Specific stages where AI was used (e.g., literature review, data analysis, proofreading); (3) Detailed description of how each tool was used; (4) Parameter settings (if applicable); (5) Verification process confirming all AI-generated content was reviewed. Our tool generates all of this automatically based on your input.
Which AI tools need to be declared?↓
All AI tools used during your thesis work must be declared, including but not limited to: ChatGPT (GPT-4o, GPT-4, etc.), Claude (Claude 3.5 Sonnet, etc.), DeepSeek, Gemini, Wenxin Yiyan (ERNIE), Tongyi Qianwen, Kimi, Doubao, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Midjourney, and any other AI-powered tools for text generation, code assistance, translation, data analysis, or image creation.
Is the generated declaration compliant with my university?↓
We have collected official templates from 50+ Chinese universities. When you select your university, the tool automatically matches the corresponding format. If your university is not yet in our database, a universal standard template (based on the national guidelines) will be used, which is widely accepted across institutions.
Can I download the declaration as Word for free?↓
Yes! You can copy the generated declaration text to your clipboard or export it as a Word (.doc) file completely free. The exported document uses standard formatting with proper fonts and layout, ready for direct submission or further editing.
Is my data safe?↓
Absolutely. All data is processed locally in your browser. Nothing is uploaded to any server. Your thesis content, AI usage details, and personal information remain completely private and confidential on your device.
What's the difference between master's and PhD declarations?↓
The core structure is similar, but PhD declarations typically require more detailed disclosure, including: more comprehensive description of AI's role in the research methodology, detailed verification of AI-generated analytical results, and explicit statements about the independence of original research contributions. Master's declarations may be relatively concise. Our tool automatically adjusts the level of detail based on your selected thesis type.
Will I be asked about AI usage during thesis defense?↓
Yes, it is very likely. Under the 2026 guidelines, thesis defense committees are expected to inquire about AI tool usage. Common questions include: "What specific role did AI play in your research?", "How did you verify AI-generated content?", and "Which parts of the thesis are entirely your original work?" Having a well-prepared AI usage declaration will help you answer these questions confidently.