This course provides an introduction to machine learning for Natural Language Processing (NLP). It covers the fundamental statistical and mathematical concepts that underpin modern language technologies, combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience in data analysis and model development. You will learn how to represent linguistic data for machine learning, build data pipelines, and apply standard algorithms. The course emphasizes hands-on experimentation with NLP and machine learning tools, alongside scientific practices and documentation. Upon completion, you will be able to understand the role of linguistic data in NLP, apply and evaluate machine learning techniques for NLP tasks, develop and document small-scale NLP systems, and critically assess different approaches to NLP problems.
This is a 7.5 ECTS credit course at the Master's level, offered as a distance learning program at 50% study pace.
Students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland are required to pay tuition fees and an application fee of 900 SEK. Payment is typically made via bank transfer or card. Payments should be made by May 1st for new students in the autumn semester. The University of Gothenburg recommends card payments for faster processing and to assist with residence permit applications. Refunds are possible under specific conditions and must be applied for within one year of payment.
Students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland are required to pay tuition fees. The full education cost is 18,875 SEK for Spring 2026 and 19,250 SEK for Spring 2027. No fees are charged for EU/EEA citizens or Swedish residence permit holders.
You apply online through universityadmissions.se during the application period. If you are a citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland, you will need to pay a 900 SEK application fee.
The application period is from 15 September to 15 October for both the Spring 2026 and Spring 2027 intakes.
Selection is based on the number of credits from previous university studies, with a maximum of 165 credits considered.
This is a 7.5 ECTS credit course offered at a 50% study pace as a distance learning programme.
Scholarships are available for fee-paying students, offering tuition fee support. The amount varies, and further information can be found on the University of Gothenburg website.