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University of the Saarland

Saarbrücken

Language Science & Technology

Subjects: Language;Linguistics;Technology

M.Sc. | Master of Science

⏳  Duration
4 Semesters
🔠 Teaching Language
English
💶  Application Fee non-EU
No information

💶  Cost per Semester ? Separate from the tuition fees, the cost per semester refers to another fee students pay each semester, covering registration fees, administrative costs, and often a public transport ticket.
362 EUR

💶  Tuition Fees per Semester
No Tuition Fee
⏱️ Application Deadline Summer
No information

⏱️ Application Deadline Winter
15.02.

Course description

The Master's programme in Language Science and Technology at Saarland University focuses on basic, applied, and cognitive research in both written and spoken language. This programme offers state-of-the-art facilities, creating a rich and stimulating environment for students. Saarland University stands as a global leader in computational linguistics and language technology. Students can specialize in various fields of language processing, including computational linguistics, psycholinguistics, phonetics and speech science, or speech technology. The courses and examinations are conducted in English. The programme ensures close personal supervision through small learning groups, allowing teaching staff to introduce students to their research fields early on. Graduates from this programme are well-prepared for roles in research or development within the computational linguistics sector. The comprehensive training and hands-on experience equip them with the skills needed to excel in their careers.

Program Information

Study Location Saarbrücken
Start Semester Winter
Study Form Full-time
Study Type Postgraduate
Teaching Language English
Dual No
Remote No
Application Fee non-EU No information
Study Length 4 Semesters
Tuition Fees per Semester No Tuition Fee
Cost per Semester 362 EUR
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⏱️ Application Start Summer
No information

⏱️ Application Deadline Summer
No information
⏱️ Application Start Winter
01.01.

⏱️ Application Deadline Winter
15.02.

Application Requirements

Language Requirements

CEFR No information
IELTS 6.5
Cambridge (CAE) No information
TOEFL IBT 79

The programme is taught entirely in English. Proficiency in English (for non-native speakers) must be certified by: TOEFL internet-based test: at least 79 TOEFL computer-based test: at least 213 TOEFL paper-based test: at least 550 Cambridge Proficiency Exam: pass Cambridge CAE Advanced: A or B IELTS Academic: at least 6.5 If you certifiy the language requirements using TOEFL internet-based test: Enter the TOEFL code number 8497 on your answer sheets when you sit for the examination. Please do not upload or send us a copy of the student's score report for the TOEFL. We can only accept official score reports sent to us directly by the TOEFL organization

Qualification Requirements

1. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification from a German or foreign university in computational linguistics or a related field, or proof of equivalent academic achievement. 2. Proof of advanced proficiency in English. 3. Applicants must demonstrate special aptitude by providing: proof of sufficient merit in their previous academic track record evidence supporting their particular interest in the subject by submitting a personal statement written by the applicant and letters of recommendation written by referees who know the applicant academically.

Document Requirements

Personal statement of interest and letters of recommendation Curriculum vitae (CV) Certificates attesting to the fulfillment of the language requirements Aditionally, you have to upload the following documents as a single PDF document: School-leaving certificate giving you the right of entry to higher education in your home country with individual grades Bachelor's degree (If you are not finished with your bachelor's degree yet, you should upload preliminary documents instead) Transcript of academic records

Application Process

Acceptance Interview No
Acceptance local admission restrictions Restricted
Application directly at the University
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