MSc Computer Science With Speech and Language Processing

Western Bank

 

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Program Overview

The MSc Computer Science with Speech and Language Processing program offered by the University of Sheffield is a specialized and interdisciplinary course designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and practical skills in the fields of computer science and natural language processing. This program covers a wide range of topics, from understanding human language to developing algorithms for speech recognition and language understanding.

  1. Interdisciplinary Approach: The program combines principles from computer science, linguistics, and artificial intelligence, adopting an interdisciplinary approach to speech and language processing.

  2. Speech Technology: Students have the opportunity to explore cutting-edge speech technology, including speech recognition and synthesis.

  3. Natural Language Processing (NLP): The program emphasizes NLP, enabling students to develop algorithms for language understanding and sentiment analysis.

  4. Expert Faculty: The program is taught by experienced and renowned faculty members who are experts in computer science and speech and language processing.

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Location

Western Bank

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Score

IELTS 6.5

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Tuition Fee

£ 27500

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

  • Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60%-70% or equivalent.
  • English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
    • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
    • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 88, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 22 in Speaking, and 19 in Writing.
    • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 61 with no individual score below 56.

Students must provide:

  • academic marksheets & transcripts
  • letters of recommendation
  • a personal statement - SOP
  • passport
  • other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Postgraduate students may be eligible for the following scholarships:

  1. Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship: This scholarship is available to UK, EU, and international students who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time or part-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship is worth 50% of the tuition fee for each year of study.
  2. International Merit Postgraduate Taught Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship is worth 50% of the tuition fee for each year of study.
  3. Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme: This scholarship is available to students from eligible developing Commonwealth countries who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship covers the full tuition fee, airfare to and from the UK, and a monthly stipend.

Graduates of the MSc Computer Science with Speech and Language Processing program find themselves well-prepared for diverse and rewarding careers in research, technology, and academia. 

  1. Speech Technology Specialist: Graduates can work as specialists in speech technology, developing advanced speech recognition and synthesis systems.

  2. NLP Engineer: With expertise in natural language processing, graduates may pursue careers as NLP engineers, designing algorithms for language understanding and processing.

  3. Software Developer: Graduates can explore careers as software developers, working on projects related to speech and language processing.

  4. Academic Career: Some graduates choose to become educators and researchers in computer science and speech and language processing departments at universities.

  5. AI and Machine Learning: Graduates may work in the field of artificial intelligence and machine learning, applying speech and language processing techniques to various applications.


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