COM6513 Natural Language Processing

Pre-requisites: COM6115, COM6509

Aims/Description: This module provides an introduction to the field of computer processing of written natural language, known as Natural Language Processing (NLP). We will cover standard theories, models and algorithms, discuss competing solutions to problems, describe example systems and applications, and highlight areas of open research.

Staff Contact: ALETRAS NIKOLAOS

Teaching Methods: Lectures, Laboratory work, Independent Study

Assessment: Formal Exam, Project/ portfolio

Notes: This unit forms part of an accredited degree programme

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