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M.A. Computational Linguistics

Heidelberg University Heidelberg

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  • Up to 1,500 EUR/sem
    Tuition
  • Winter and summer
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  • English
    Language
  • 31 Mar
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About the programme

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Fields of study

Linguistics & Languages(Social Sciences & Humanities)

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Computational Linguistics at Heidelberg University

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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English language skills analogous to level B2 of the common

European reference framework (proven by school report, the

Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) or equivalent);

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German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
no
MOI accepted as English proof
Not Accepted
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If your degree has not been finalized yet, we can process your application if you provide us with a statement by your university that details your completed courses and marks and confirms that your are expected to finish your degree by the start of the Masters program.

Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
Letters of Recommendation
Required
GRE
Not required
GMAT
Not required
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letter of motivation in which you detail why you are applying for the program (1-2 pages, German or English


CV (2-3 A4 pages, in German or English)


optional


Not required

APS verification

APS certificate
Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Prerequisites

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A successfully completed Bachelors degree (with very good marks) in a subject with at least 50% Computational Linguistics.

The MA course Computational Linguistics in Heidelberg normally demands a good Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computational Linguistics at a German or international university (in cases of a joint degree in two or more subjects, Computational Linguistics has to account for at least 50% of the degree program). However, we check all applications on individual merit.

To fulfill the admissions criteria for the Master, you will have to show basic knowledge in three areas:

Linguistics: Introduction into Formal Linguistics, Syntax and Semantics

Mathematics: Statistics and Probability Theory, Linear Algebra, Machine Learning

Programming: two programming languages (for example, Python and Java)

If you studied Computational Linguistics only as secondary subject or if you only studied a strongly related subject (such as Artificial Intelligence), it might be possible to prove the knowledge needed via specific individual modules, work experience or additional online courses.

Application Deadlines

for the winter term: 30 September

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for the summer term: 31 March

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Computational Linguistics

Programme-specific documents

Application Documents

We will need the following documents:

copy of the university entrance qualification (e.g. Abitur)

copy of a Bachelor degree (or comparable) in Computational Linguistics from a German or recognized international university. Computational Linguistics has to constitute at least 50% of the degree. You must have achieved a mark of 2,0 (German universities) or the ECTS Grade B "Very good" or better.

If your degree has not been finalized yet, we can process your application if you provide us with a statement by your university that details your completed courses and marks and confirms that you are expected to finish your degree by the start of the Masters program. (You do not need such a statement if your Bachelors degree is to be obtained at our institute.)

Transcript of Records of the Bachelors degree

proof of sufficient knowledge of English (if you are not a native English speaker). You will need to have achieved Level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. You can prove this, for example, via school certificates (e.g. a German Abitur), language courses on the UNIcert level or an English BA-thesis.

summary of your bachelor thesis (main hypothesis, research questions and results; at least 1 page)

letter of motivation in which you detail why you are applying for the program (1-2 pages, German or English)

CV (2-3 pages, German or English) (optional, upload on heiCO in the section "Proof of relevant work experience and extra-curricular accomplishments obtained in the field of study"/"Nachweis über eventuelle Berufserfahrung und hochschulexterne studiumsrelevante Leistungen")

This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Apostille and notarization

Requirements vary by nationality and issuing country. Many German universities require certified translations and, in some cases, document apostilles. Verify current requirements directly with the admissions office, or use our document services for guided preparation.

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Computational Linguistics at Heidelberg University

Application procedure

Send the complete application documents to:

for applicants with a German university entrance qualification:

Universität Heidelberg

Institut für Computerlinguistik

z. Hd. Zulassungsausschuss

Im Neuenheimer Feld 325

69120 Heidelberg

for applicants with an international university entrance qualification:

Universität Heidelberg

Dezernat Internationale Beziehungen

z. Hd. Zulassungsstelle für internationale Studienberwerber/innen

Seminarstraße 2

69117 Heidelberg

Application quick facts

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Application fee

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Complexity

Medium

Address

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Universität Heidelberg

Dezernat Internationale Beziehungen

z. Hd. Zulassungsstelle für internationale Studienberwerber/innen

Seminarstraße 2

69117 Heidelberg

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Costs

Tuition

Up to 1,500 EUR

per semester

Semester contribution

151.05 EUR

per semester

Application fee

0 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,206 – 15,204 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.

This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.

Additional fee information

Approx. 170 EUR

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