MA in Computational Linguistics

[Dominique Estival]

MA in Computational Linguistics

Starting in 1999, a new MA in Computational Linguistics will be offered at
the University of Melbourne. This program is designed to provide advanced
training in Computational Linguistics for students in linguistics, applied
linguistics or computer science who wish to specialize in the field of
Natural Language Processing (NLP).

Course objectives
This course aims to provide an advanced understanding of the techniques and
issues in computational linguistics.  Students should gain familiarity with
the current frameworks used in various types of NLP applications, such as
parsing, text generation, machine translation, authoring aids, corpus
linguistics, or human-computer interaction.

Academic pre-requisites for entry
Either a BA (Honours) with a minimum of H2A grade level or a Postgraduate
Diploma in a cognate discipline (e.g. Linguistics, Applied Linguistics,
Computer Science, or Cognitive Science).  Candidates who do not meet the
entry requirements should seek admission to the Postgraduate Diploma in
Arts (Linguistics) and seek accelerated progress to the MA when they have
completed three Postgraduate Diploma subject, at a level of H2A or above.

Course structure
Five subjects and a minor thesis (13,000 words)
* 3 compulsory subjects:
	Issues in Linguistic Research
	Computational Linguistics
	Parsing & Natural Language Processing
* 2 electives chosen from:
	Quantitative Methods in Language Studies
	Advanced Phonetics
	Advanced Syntax
	Advanced Semantics
		(offered by the Dept of Linguistics and Applied Linguistics)
	Engineering for Human Computer Interaction
	Text and Document Management
		(offered by the Dept of Computer Science)
	CALL Software Evaluation
	CALL Software Design, Implementation and Delivery
		(offered by the Horwood Language Center)
one of the above may be replaced by one of:
	Natural Languages
	Computing for language and literature studies
		(offered by the Dept. of Linguistics and Applied Linguistics)
	AI Languages and Technologies
		(offered by the Dept. of Computer Science Dept.)

The normal duration of the course is two semesters.

For further information, contact:
	Administrative Officer
	Dept. of Linguistics and Applied Linguistics
	University of Melbourne
	Parkville VIC 3052
	AUSTRALIA
	enquiries at linguistics.unimelb.edu.au

Dr Dominique Estival
Department of Linguistics and Applied Linguistics
University of Melbourne
Parkville Victoria 3052
AUSTRALIA
tel: +61-3-9344-4227
fax: +61-3-9344-8990
D.Estival at linguistics.unimelb.edu.au

http://www.arts.unimelb.edu.au/Dept/LALX/people/estival.html