If you are over 18 years old and currently studying, you may now use Google AI Pro for free

If you find yourself overwhelmed by the sheer number of new developments related to AI released each day (on this website, we keep you updated with the most relevant news, though I am afraid these are only a small fraction of everything happening in the sector) and feel that you are missing out or being left behind in this revolution, it is likely that you are interested in pursuing education in this field.

If that is the case, and you are over 18 years of age and a student, you are in luck.

Google will make some of its main AI tools available to millions of students across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa through the Google AI Pro plan. As you will see, included among these are some of the most popular tools, such as Gemini 2.5 Pro and Veo 3.

Google AI Pro Plan for university students

Google has announced the availability of a 12-month subscription to its Google AI Pro plan at no cost for university students over the age of 18 in multiple markets, including Spain. However, if you are interested, the deadline to register for this promotion is December 9.

This plan includes:

• Gemini 2.5 Pro. Google’s most advanced AI model for queries, image analysis, and assistance with writing and tasks. Provides fast and advanced help with assignments and written work.
• Deep Research. A tool to generate detailed and synthesized research reports from hundreds of web sources. Saves time on complex research with referenced reports.
• NotebookLM. A “thought partner” for organizing ideas and documents, now featuring additional audio and video summaries. Enhances organization, analysis, and synthesis of personal information.
• Veo 3. A tool to transform text or photos into eight-second cinematic videos with sound. Accelerates creative work and audiovisual projects.
• Nano Banana. An advanced model for transforming and editing images, enabling the creation of impactful visuals. Facilitates conceptual design, mockups, and the visualization of abstract ideas.
• 2 TB of storage. Expanded space for Drive, Gmail, and Google Photos. Ample storage for notes, projects, and university documents.

Google emphasizes that the purpose of AI is not only to provide answers, but to “deepen understanding and develop critical thinking skills.” To this end, it has also launched Guided Learning, a new mode in Gemini that acts as an interactive learning companion. Guided Learning is designed to lead the student through questions, step-by-step support, and interaction, in a manner similar to that of a personal tutor.

Thus, students may use it to break down complex mathematical problems, structure arguments, start an essay, prepare for exams, receive support with assignments, or self-assess through interactive quizzes.

AI for Educators

In parallel, Google has also launched Gemini for Education, a version designed for the educational community, and has incorporated Gemini in Classroom (available free for all editions of Google Workspace for Education) with more than 30 new features to help teachers plan more efficiently and create engaging content.

Image: Gemini