Wits Plus · Short Course

Large Language Models

Understand how LLMs work — and how to use them well

Explore how large language models are built and applied: transformers, prompting, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), fine-tuning and safety. Move beyond casual ChatGPT use to deliberate, higher-value application.

DeliveryContact

IntakeSeptember 2026

FormatShort course · Contact sessions

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Who this short course is for

Professionals already using generative AI who want deeper skill
Product, data and innovation teams working with LLMs
Anyone responsible for LLM pilots or policies at work

What you will walk away with

Describe how transformers and LLMs generate language
Apply stronger prompting and RAG patterns
Understand fine-tuning and when it is (and is not) needed
Address safety, bias and governance considerations

Why apply

Goes deeper than basic AI literacy
Covers prompting, RAG, fine-tuning and safety
University of the Witwatersrand quality-assured
Contact format for discussion and applied learning

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