Bangor University

MSc Language Technologies

Bangor University

Course overview

The MSc Language Technologies at Bangor University is a 1-year full-time course for students who want to understand and apply computer technology to language-related problems. It combines the study of linguistic theory and technological applications such as Natural Language Processing (NLP), automated translation, speech science, corpus analysis, and machine-based language learning. Students learn about language structure, translation practice, and machine learning.

Core modules include Introduction to Programming, Foundation of Linguistics, Natural Language Processing, Language Technologies, Translation in Practice, Research Methods, and the MSc Dissertation or Computer Science Dissertation. Optional modules may include topics such as speech science, psycholinguistics, historical linguistics, language change, and bilingualism. The course equips students with the skills to conduct independent experimental research and build solutions to real-world language technology problems.

Students also have the opportunity to work on a practical research project for their dissertation, potentially using the Supercomputing Wales high-performance computing facilities or collaborating with PhD-level researchers at Bangor’s AIMLAC Centre for Doctoral Training and the university’s own Language Technologies Unit.

Entry requirements

All applicants are judged on their individual merits. Candidates are required to submit a personal statement explaining their motivation for applying for the course and any other relevant information about their previous studies or work. An appropriate academic and/or employer reference is also required. Applicants may submit a CV to demonstrate work experience if applicable.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants must hold at least a second-class lower undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject such as linguistics, computer science, or psychology.

  • Applications from working professionals with non-graduate qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.

English Language Requirements:

  • International applicants whose first language is not English are required to provide evidence of English language proficiency. The minimum English language requirement is an IELTS score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component score.

Scholarships

  • Deans Scholarship - Postgraduate Research

    20% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Heads of School Scholarship

    10% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • Inclusive Bangor Scholarships

    Payment towards tuition fees for one-year taught or research postgraduate Masters (or for two years if studying part-time). This will be capped at £9,500.

  • Refugee Scholarship

  • Vice-Chancellor Postgraduate Research Scholarships

    50% discount on the published International Tuition Fee for each year of study.

    Up to 50% of fees

Career opportunities

After completing the MSc Language Technologies from Bangor University, students may explore different career opportunities such as:

  • Natural Language Processing (NLP) Engineer

  • Machine Translation Developer

  • Corpus Linguistics Researcher 

  • Language Technology Consultant

  • Computational Linguist

Cost of study

The annual tuition fee for international students on the MSc Language Technologies in Bangor University is £22,500, and this amount may be revised in future years.

Admission

You can apply directly through the University's online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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