Module code: LIN7077
Credits: 15.0
Semester: SEM1
Contact: Prof David Adger
This module provides students with an introduction to computer programming and computational modelling for language as it is applied in various settings. Language processing software and AI now underpin most professions, and an understanding of how they work¿whether one is in a technical or adjacent role¿is useful for employability and success. The module focuses on the use of programming for data acquisition, cleaning, and analysis, particularly with datasets that relate to the Humanities and Social Sciences. Students will learn how to write code in a widely used programming language (e.g. Python), understand the role of other languages (e.g. Java), and gain experience in using tools that are suited to solving a range of computational problems in linguistics using machine learning approaches. Throughout the module students will develop their practical programming experience and complete formative problem sets to reinforce the new material. The module is suitable for MA students without any prior experience in computer programming or machine learning.
Connected course(s): UDF DATA
Assessment: 100.0% Coursework
Level: 7
