Perspectives of University of Santo Tomas (UST) administrators toward the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in higher education: A study protocol.

Author: Jose Ma. Rafael RAMOS ¹ ; Reinaluz MANALO ¹ ; Les CADUYAC ¹ ; Enya LUANSING ¹ ; Jazztine JORGE ¹ ; Fiona PEREZ ¹ ; Breanna SANTOS ¹
Author Information

1. Department of Occupational Therapy, College of Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Metro Manila, NCR, Philippines
Publication Type:Journal Article, Original
MeSH: Human; Artificial Intelligence; Universities; Software; Administrative Personnel; Intelligence; Risk; Policy
From: Philippine Journal of Allied Health Sciences 2026;9(2):34-39
CountryPhilippines
Abstract: OBJECTIVES
This study aims to create a study protocol that will explore UST administrators’ perceptions of the benefits and risks of AI use in higher education learning environments.
METHODS
A qualitative descriptive design will be employed, using semi-structured interviews with at least fifteen administrators selected through purposive sampling. Audio-recorded interviews will be transcribed verbatim and subjected to thematic analysis using NVivo software
RESULTS
Administrators from different college-level fields perceive and engage with AI across various academic contexts. Exploring these perceptions will allow guidance in the development of coherent, contextually grounded institutional policies that promote responsible GenAI use and support digital leadership in Philippine higher education.