The level of awareness and perception of the artificial intelligence system in university security management among University of Nigeria Nsukka undergraduates is the main topic of this study. The Diffusion of Innovation idea served as the foundation for this investigation. A survey research method was employed in this study (interviews were done). According to academic planning unit, 2023. The undergraduates are 35,127 students. 100 students were interviewed. Here, the study makes use of the purposive sampling technique. A questionnaire (focused group discussion) was utilised in the study to gather secondary data. The secondary data were documented and made available. Presenting the data, analyzing it, and talking about the results as was mentioned previously in this study, the respondents were questioned. The study’s conclusions and results demonstrated that the respondents felt that UNN undergraduates had a high degree of understanding and perception of the AI systems used in the institution’s security management. School administrators should always look into pupils’ uneasiness and take precautions to keep them safe. The findings will be used in creating plans to raise students’ understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential applications in security management. This will contribute to demonstrating that AI can be applied sensibly and safely. In recommendations the management should, Increase Awareness: AI Literacy Workshops: Organize workshops introducing AI concepts, their applications in security, and their benefits for campus safety. Guest Lectures: Invite security professionals and AI experts to deliver guest lectures on AI security systems at UNN. Information Campaigns: Develop targeted information campaigns utilizing posters, social media, and university publications to explain AI security and address potential concerns.

KEYWORDS: awareness, perception, artificial intelligence, security management