Course summary
Our MSc Computational and Corpus Linguistics provides a thorough training in natural language processing technologies and the data-driven study of language. You will learn about areas such as:
- Machine learning models for the classification, understanding and generation of texts.
- Natural language applications such as dialogue systems and machine translation.
- Corpus-driven approaches to linguistic questions in areas such as syntax, semantics and pragmatics, phonology and phonetics, historical, socio and psycholinguistics.
Entry requirements
We normally expect students to have a First or Upper Second class honours degree or its overseas equivalent. Typically this will be a degree that in some way involved the study of language, including linguistics or a specific language. Strong applicants with degrees in other areas (e.g. philosophy) will be considered. The application form includes a personal statement section in which you must demonstrate your knowledge of and interest in the subject. Please be explicit as to how your academic background and experience to date prepare you for this course.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | We will only consider a minimum overall grade of 7.0 in IELTS with 7.0 in writing and no skill below 6.5 |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 100 | 100+ in the TOEFL iBT with a minimum writing score of 25 and no skill below 22. |
We will only consider a minimum overall grade of 7.0 in IELTS with 7.0 in writing and no skill below 6.5 or 100+ in the TOEFL iBT with a minimum writing score of 25 and no skill below 22. If you have obtained a different qualification, please check our English language requirements to ensure that it is accepted and equivalent to the required standard.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Manchester
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9PL