Students acquire in-depth knowledge of topics in Language Science and Technology, Computational Linguistics, Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence. The focus of instruction is on building solid foundations from the perspective of language (computational syntax and morphology, computational semantics, pragmatics and discourse) and of Computer Science (Logic, Computability and Complexity, Formal Languages and Algorithms, Data Structures, Data Organisation and Processing). In addition, advanced applications areas are offered, including Machine Translation, Natural Language Generation, Knowledge Representation, Information Retrieval, Question Answering, Speech Technology, Bioinformatics Automated Reasoning, Web Science, Intelligent and Multi-modal Interfaces, Search Engine Technology, Neural Networks, and Machine Learning. By choosing appropriate combinations of modules in Language Technology, Computational and Theoretical Linguistics, and Computer Science, students acquire a rounded set of skills that combine theoretical insights with practice-oriented knowledge.

The Course shall be open to applicants in possession of a first cycle degree classified with a Second Class Honours or Category II or better in one of the following areas of study: (Computational) Linguistics, Language Technology, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, or other relevant disciplines. Applicants are required to demonstrate that their standard of English is satisfactory. The offer of a place on the Course may be made subject to the applicants obtaining such proficiency qualifications prior to the commencement of their studies. Proficiency in English may be certified by one of the following: TOEFL: score of at least 250 (computer-based test) or 95 with a writing score of at least 24 (internet-based test) Cambridge Proficiency Examination Advanced Certificate: pass at grade C or better IELTS: at least 6.5 with a minimum 6.0 in each element. English native speakers and students who have attended a Bachelor’s course taught in English may not be required to submit the above certificates but may be required to demonstrate proficiency in some other way.