University of Galway

Course Module Information

Course Modules

Semester 1 | Credits: 5

Introduction to natural language processing, including foundations in linguistics, statistical analysis and applications.
(Language of instruction: English)

Learning Outcomes
  1. Understand the various levels of linguistic structure relevant to NLP.
  2. Use and understand standard algorithms for basic NLP analysis
  3. Gain practical knowledge of and experience in the use of NLP toolkits
  4. Understand the theoretical principles behind core NLP applications.
  5. Apply NLP algorithms, toolkits and applications to Data Analytics tasks.
Assessments
  • Written Assessment (50%)
  • Continuous Assessment (50%)
Teachers
The above information outlines module CT5120: "Introduction to Natural Language Processing" and is valid from 2018 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.