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MSc Computational Linguistics at University of Stuttgart

University of Stuttgart, Germany

Programme overview

How do ChatGPT and similar tools work? What lies beneath the surface of the ubiquitous ‘large language models’? What do they already excel at – and where do they still fall short?

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time, English-taught  |  Intake: Winter and summer semester  |  Location: Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

The first semester focuses on advanced courses such as “Methods in Computational Linguistics” and “Introduction to Deep Learning for CL”. The second emphasises collaborative work, the third is set aside for elective modules, and the fourth is dedicated to the Master’s thesis. Core Computational Linguistics (theoretical foundations) 2.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission unrestricted Please note the admission requirements. Internship not required. Language: English C1 Application deadline: July 15 for winter semester January 15 for summer semester. Admission Requirements: The complete information on the admission process, required knowledge of English, and the criteria for the assessment of professional suitability can be found in the admission regulations, see link below. English summary: Admission requirements: bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in "Maschinelle Sprachverarbeitung" (Natural Language Processing), Computational Linguistics, Computer Science, General Linguistics or in a closely-related subject; minor in NLP/CL. You can also apply with your current transcript of records if you haven't finished your degree yet. In certain cases, interviews will be conducted with the applicants before the decisions can be taken. Students who are missing certain qualifications may be granted admission on the condition that they acquire these qualifications before or during the course of their studies, for example by passing additional modules ("Auflagen" in German). Students with a stronger linguistic background have to pass a specific introductory programming course in the winter semester. Information for prospective students on Computational Linguistics Language Requirements: For an admission, you need to prove sufficient knowledge of the English language on CEFR level C1 (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). Please note that you don't need a proof for German language proficiency (since the programme is taught in English). Please find more details in this document: English Language Skills M. Sc. Computational Linguistics Application period: winter semester: May 15 – July 15 The winter semester starts in October. summer semester: December 1 – January 15 The summer semester starts in April.

Intake: Winter and summer semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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