FAQ - Master's Programme in AI and Language
On this page we have gathered the most frequently asked questions about our Master's Programme in AI and Language.
Application
You apply to our Master's programme via universityadmissions.se .
Read more about the Master's Programme in AI and Language.
When is the application deadline?
We admit students once per year. You will find exact dates on universityadmissions.se.
Where do I apply?
You can find the webpage of the programme here: Master's Programme in AI and Language.
When the application period is open, you will find a blue button for application on the programme page. The link leads to the central application web site universityadmissions.se. The site contains all the information you need to be able to apply: key dates, documents you need to upload and more.
If you have any questions about the admission process, please contact the staff at University Admission services.
What is the application process?
You find detailed information about the application process on the universityasmission.se.
What documents do I have to submit?
For the specific entry requirements you need to upload the following documents:
- Bachelor's diploma
- Bachelor's thesis
- Transcript of records
- Motivation letter
If you wrote your thesis in a language other than English please submit the thesis in original along with a summary in English (max 1 page).
You can find more information regarding the general entry requirements on universityadmissions.se.
Can I get a pre-assessment of my application?
Unfortunately, we cannot make any pre-assessments of documents or eligibility. All applications are first assessed by the national admissions system and only at a later stage by Stockholm University.
Do I have to submit CV, recommendation letter or motivation letter?
It is mandatory to submit a motivation letter when you apply for the Master's Programme in AI and Language. The admission board will not consider CV or recommendation letters.
What should I include in my motivation letter?
It is mandatory to submit a motivation letter. We recommend you to include some of the following information:
- Tell us something about yourself. Who are you?
- Motivate why you want to study this programme.
- Motivate why you are a good candidate for the programme.
Maximum one A4 page, no spacing. Save the letter as “Motivation letter HSAIO” and upload it to universityadmissions.se.
How is the selection done?
In order to be eligible for this masters programme, you need to have a degree of 180 ECTS
credits, including a degree project, in linguistics, computational linguistics, language
technology, computer science, computer and systems sciences, cognitive science, engi-
neering physics, engineering mathematics, or equivalent.
The selection is made from the following three criteria:
- The relevance of previous studies in relation to the programme
- Mandatory motivation letter
- Subject and quality of your bachelor's thesis, or equivalent
Find instructions for the motivation letter under "How to apply" on the page of the Master's programme in AI and Language.
When do I get the admission result?
Find the important dates, including the date of admission results on universityadmissions.se.
How does my local credit system translate to ECTS?
Universityadmissions.se is in charge of the process of translating local credit systems to ECTS, if you have further questions, please contact them.
Tuition and application fees
Do I have to pay tuition and application fees?
Students with citizenship in countries outside the EU/EEA, or Switzerland, are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Stockholm University.
How much does it cost?
If you are a citizen outside of the EU, EEA or Switzerland, the first instalment is 67 500 SEK and the complete programme costs 270 000 SEK.
More about Costs fees ans scholarships.
Can I pay in instalments?
You pay for one semester at the time in advance. The first instalment of the tuition fee must be paid in order for the Swedish Migration Agency to start processing your application for a resident permit for studies.
Can I get a scholarship?
There are different options for applying for scholarships. You can read more about this on Stocholm University's website or on University Admission's website.
Requirements
I will finish my Bachelor after the application deadline. Can I apply without my diploma?
If you do not hold the required degree but are registered for the last year of a programme leading to such a degree, Stockholm University permits conditional admission if you can provide:
- an updated transcripts of records,
- an abstract or summary (max 1 page, in English) of your planned thesis project, and
- if you are an international applicant, you need to upload an official document stating that you are likely to be awarded the degree by the start of the Swedish programme. The document has to be issued through and certified by a representative of the Academic Registrar's Office, the Examinations Office or equivalent of the institution.
University Admissions in Sweden has created a form which you can use to get certification from your current university:
Statement of enrollment status for students in their final year
How can I meet the English language requirement?
All courses and programmes at Stockholm University require proof of proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary school course English 6.
More information on how to meet the English requirements
If you have questions regarding language requirements, please contact the Admissions Office on study@su.se.
I will receive the result of my English-test after the deadline for application. Is that too late?
Deadline for uploading supporting academic documents on universityadmissions.se is usually two weeks after the application deadline.
More information on key dates and deadlines
We cannot accept any additional supporting documents after the application deadline for supporting documents.
Late application
The admission is closed. Can I make a late application?
If the admission is closed, you are not able to apply. Occasionally some programmes are open for late application. In that case it is indicated at University admissions.
Contact
For questions about the program, please e-mail master-ai@ling.su.se.
Last updated: March 8, 2024
Source: Department of linguistics