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
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Master’s Programme in AI and Language
When is the application deadline?
The programme starts every autumn semester. You will find exact dates on universityadmissions.se:
More information on key dates and deadlines
Note that you need to start putting your application together well in advance of the application deadline.
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.
You will find more information about the admission process at Stockholm University’s FAQ and contact page:
What is the application process?
You find detailed information about the application process on universityadmissions.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
- Application summary sheet, including a letter of motivation
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).
If your thesis was written in a language other than English or if it is not completed at the time of application, please provide a summary or abstract in English, signed by your supervisor.
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 letter of motivation?
It is mandatory to submit a letter of motivation when you apply for the Master’s Programme in AI and Language.
The letter of motivation is to be included in the Application summary sheet, which can be found on the programme page under ”How to apply”
Master’s Programme in AI and Language
You’re welcome to upload anything you believe is important for your application, such as your CV and recommendation letters. However, this will not replace the letter of motivation.
What should I include in my letter of motivation?
It is mandatory to submit a letter of motivation. 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. 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).
Friendly tip: the people who receive your application will have to read many dozens of applications. Do yourself a favour – be concise!
How is the selection done?
In order to be eligible for this master’s 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, engineering physics, engineering mathematics, or equivalent.
The selection is made based on the following three criteria:
- The relevance of previous studies in relation to the programme
- A letter of motivation (a part of the Application summary sheet)
- Subject and quality of your bachelor’s thesis, or equivalent
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?
This is explained in the Application summary sheet, which you can find under ”How to apply” on the programme page:
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.
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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
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
Contact
For questions about the program, please e-mail master-ai@ling.su.se.
Last updated: October 14, 2024
Source: Department of linguistics