Stockholm university

Language Informatics

Unlock the Future of AI: Master Language Informatics! Are you passionate about shaping the future of AI, enabling systems to understand and communicate in diverse languages? Dive into the world of Language Informatics, an interdisciplinary marvel merging computer science, artificial intelligence, speech and language technology, and linguistics.

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Subject description

Language Informatics explores theories, technologies, and methods to analyze, process, understand, and generate human language. In the era of rapid AI advancements, this field is at the forefront of industry and organizational research and development, contributing to the betterment of society as a whole.

Embark on a journey into the development of computer programs, models, and systems capable of handling text, speech, facial expressions, and gestures—simulating human linguistic behavior through the power of computers. Applications abound, from text- and speech-based dialogue systems to chatbots, social robots, neurotechnology for linguistic analysis, and large-scale analysis of linguistic data for humanistic and social science research. These applications are not just sought after; they directly impact both industry and society.

Career opportunities

Self-driving cars, automatic translations, and chatting robots are examples of how AI has become a part of our everyday lives. Choosing Language Informatics as your field of study, you'll become an expert in crafting ethical and sustainable AI solutions with applications related to linguistic data.

A degree in Language Informatics is your gateway to key roles in knowledge-intensive research centers or companies pioneering systems rooted in linguistic communication. This interdisciplinary program, bridging linguistics and computer science, equips you to tackle diverse challenges and immerse yourself in new, exciting opportunities.

The AI job market is booming, and your career prospects are bright. Most graduates with a similar education find rewarding employment shortly after graduation.

Courses and programmes

Elevate your expertise with the International Master's Program in AI and Language, a 120-credit journey culminating in a master's degree in Language Informatics. Join us at the Department of Linguistics and shape the future of AI today!

Degree

To obtain a master's degree in Language Informatics, you can enroll in the two-year Master's program in AI and Language, totaling 120 credits.

Find out more about degrees here

Research

The Department of Linguistics encompasses several research areas at the intersection of humanities, natural sciences, and technology, with a particular focus on computational linguistics with language technology, as well as phonetics with speech technology applications. In addition, research in neuroscience is conducted in collaboration with SUBIC. Our areas of expertise form an essential foundation, which, combined with machine learning, converges into what is known as artificial intelligence.

Learn more about the research at the Department of Linguistics