AI Prompt Engineering Intro Course
AI Prompt Engineering Intro Course
Build on your digital skills with our prompt engineering course for generative AI chatbots. Understand the strengths and weaknesses of different AI tools and how to use them for a range of tasks.
Over two days you'll learn the fundamentals of prompt engineering, including prompting techniques for the most popular AI tools - ChatGPT, Copilot and Claude.
Through hands-on exercises and mini-projects, you'll build a prompting toolkit that will boost your creativity and productivity at work.
You'll leave with the practical skills to write, refine, and personalise prompts for real-world tasks.
Key Learning Points
Key Learning Points
- Understand the fundamentals of prompt engineering
- Explore and compare generative AI tools
- Apply foundational prompt patterns and structures
- Adapt prompts to improve results
- Personalise prompts for real-world tasks
Understand the fundamentals of prompt engineeringIf attending an online course you must have a licensed copy of any software required and access to a suitable computer.
We use ChatGPT Plus, Copilot and Claude during this course. You need no previous experience with Prompt Engineering to attend this course.
Who is this course for?
For professionals in any role who want to use AI tools more effectively through better prompting. No prior prompt engineering experience required — basic familiarity with AI tools is helpful.
Expert Trainers
Course leader is an experienced industry expert
Course Dates
| Course Dates | Days | Location | Places | RRP | Discount | You Pay | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30-31st Jul 26 | Thu-Fri | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £100.00 | £449.00 + VAT | |
| 23-24th Sep 26 | Wed-Thu | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £50.00 | £499.00 + VAT | |
| 16-17th Nov 26 | Mon-Tue | Online | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 11-12th Jan 27 | Mon-Tue | Online | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 18-19th Mar 27 | Thu-Fri | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 24-25th May 27 | Mon-Tue | Online | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT |
| Course Dates | Days | Location | Places | RRP | Discount | You Pay | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30-31st Jul 26 | Thu-Fri | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £100.00 | £449.00 + VAT | |
| 23-24th Sep 26 | Wed-Thu | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £50.00 | £499.00 + VAT | |
| 18-19th Mar 27 | Thu-Fri | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT |
| Course Dates | Days | Location | Places | RRP | Discount | You Pay | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16-17th Nov 26 | Mon-Tue | Online | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 11-12th Jan 27 | Mon-Tue | Online | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 24-25th May 27 | Mon-Tue | Online | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT |
Course Dates
30-31st Jul 26 (Thu-Fri)
23-24th Sep 26 (Wed-Thu)
16-17th Nov 26 (Mon-Tue)
11-12th Jan 27 (Mon-Tue)
18-19th Mar 27 (Thu-Fri)
24-25th May 27 (Mon-Tue)
Course Outline
What is Prompt Engineering?
Introduction to large language models (LLMs)
Prompt engineering as an emerging digital skill
How different AI tools respond to the same prompt
Practical analysis of responses from ChatGPT, Copilot and Claude
Prompting basics
Types of prompting explained
Zero-shot prompting
Few-shot prompting
Step-by-step prompting
Prompt refinement
Improving weak or ambiguous prompts
Prompt design techniques
Structuring prompts effectively
Role prompting
Working with constraints and formatting
Precision Prompting
Evaluating the results across AI tools
AI tool preferences
Reflect on AI tools for effective workflow personalisation
ChatGPT: Creative prompting, tone, and workflows
Copilot: Microsoft 365 tasks and integration
Claude: Step-by-step logic and deep reasoning
Prompt patterns & use case mapping
Overview of common prompt types: Instructional, rewriting, summarising, ideation, etc
Matching real-world use cases with the appropriate prompt pattern
Comparison between different AI tools
Prompt iteration
Develop prompt writing skills through testing and feedback
Create a realistic task-based prompt
Compare outputs across two AI tools
Refining prompts to include roles, tone, or format
How to adapt a prompt for new purpose
Mini Project
Develop a full prompt for a real-life goal
Choosing the right tool(s)
Defining the objective
Applying role, structure, constraints
Test, revise, and finalise
Advanced prompting in creative tasks
Prompt remix: Add constraints, style, audience, format
Rework prompts: Use past prompts with a twist
Compare tools: Evaluate tone, clarity and engagement
Tackle complex, “hard mode” challenges
Challenge prompt: Try tricky, creative tasks
Refine prompt: Test, revise, and improve output
Reflect: Share what worked or didn’t
Compare tools: Note model strengths and gaps
Final sharing and reflection
Top prompts: What made them work
Tool choice: Which AI will you use?
Takeaways to apply at work
Career paths
Roles this course supports
People training on AI Prompt Engineering Intro often work in the careers below.
Who attends?
Career Progressives
Professionals who wish to develop skills for their current role and companies who believe in developing their talent.
Career Changers
People seeking opportunities which require new skills. Industry relevant training for those pursuing a new role.
Graduates
Certified courses for those who have earned their theoretical stripes, but need to prove capability to future employers.
Learn Your Way
Face To Face
Learn face-to-face with expert mentors in a dynamic setting that inspires growth and confidence.
Live Online
Join remotely with expert mentors in real time — flexible, interactive learning that fits your lifestyle.
Team Training
Upskill your team together. Build your team and develop consistency, and collective confidence.
Three Steps To Success
Identify Your Path
Define your direction with purpose, aligning your learning journey to personal and career goals.
Learn With Experts
Gain practical insight from real-world experts who bring clarity, confidence, and momentum to your growth.
Earn Certification
Your certificate of attendance is proof of progress — benchmarking your skills and commitment to growth.
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