Natural Language Processing

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Throughout the course, you will develop basic methodological skills to analyze and process text automatically.
You will dive into the theoretical concepts behind language technology, and simultaneously gain practical experience with the tools and methods used in the field. The course covers:
- Language Models – understanding the models that enable computers to process and understand human language.
- Methods and Techniques for Language Technology Applications – an overview of the various methods and techniques that are crucial for the development of language technology applications.
- Evaluation of Methods and Systems – knowledge on how to critically evaluate different methods and systems for their efficiency and applicability in real-world situations.
Language technology is a course in our
Master's programme in AI and Language.
Teaching Format
Instruction is given in the form of lectures, seminars and laboratory sessions.
Assessment
This course is examined on the basis of written assignments and oral presentations.
Examiner
Robert Östling (examiner and coordinating teacher)
If you have questions about the Master's programme in AI and Language, contact us at master-ai@ling.su.se.
You are welcome to contact our Student Office!
Department of Linguistics
Student Office
Visiting addressRoom C 378, floor 3
Visiting hoursTuesdays 9–10,
Wednesdays 13–15,
Thursdays 13–16
Phone hoursTuesdays 9–10,
Wednesdays 13–15,
Thursdays 9–11 and 13–16






