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An interest in language and enjoyment of analytical thinking are good prerequisites for studying computational linguistics. Linguistic communication is something we humans take for granted every day. However, if you try to model language and interaction with computers, it quickly becomes clear how complex our linguistic knowledge actually is.
The computational linguistics programme teaches how linguistic structures and processes of language processing can be investigated using logical-mathematical, empirical and technical means. Students of computational linguistics learn about different linguistic, formal-theoretical and technical approaches to phenomena of language and interaction. They acquire knowledge and practical experience in dealing with linguistic data and with methods of analysing, modelling and structuring this data.
In Bielefeld, the subject of Computational Linguistics is part of the Faculty of Linguistics and Literary Studies and is linguistically orientated. As a minor subject, the Bachelor's minor in Computational Linguistics has a somewhat smaller scope of study than the core subject. However, the minor also teaches basic skills such as programming and algorithmic and formal thinking in courses that are tailored to (computer) linguistic fields. A number of core subjects from the humanities, but of course also from the field of computer science and mathematics, are therefore particularly suitable for the Bachelor's minor in Computational Linguistics.
Computational linguistic methods and technologies are needed in many applications today. Graduates of computational linguistics have career prospects in the fields of artificial intelligence, data analysis or human-machine interaction.
You will find the programme of lectures for this course in the eKVV.
An overview of the introductory and information events is provided by the central student counselling services.
Studies can be commenced in both winter and summer semesters. Courses are targeted to commencing studies in winter semester. Student counselling to plan the course of studies is recommended.
The standard period of studies is 6 semesters. Information on studying part time can be found on the following webpage.
The studies Minor Subject (Academic), 60 CPs Computational Linguistics comprise 60 credit points.
Find out about the academic structure model and note the possible combinations as well as the rules regarding the individual supplementary area.
Access to the Bachelor programme is granted to those who have a university entrance qualification suitable for Germany (e. g. German ‘Abitur’).
Please note that further approval requirements also apply for this subject:
In addition to the usual documents, a certificate from the Faculty confirming English language proficiency at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages from a recognised body (e.g. continued foreign language English at the end of the qualification phase of the upper secondary school or a language certificate generally recognised by German universities, in particular TOEFL, telc, IELTS, UNIcert, Cambridge Certificate) must be submitted upon enrolment.
To obtain such a certificate, please contact the academic advisor by email (see persons to contact in the navigation bar).
Please also read the subject-specific regulations, which are decisive for all applicable regulations.
Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.
Likewise, special conditions apply to those qualified in vocational education and training.
The study places are not subject to any admission restrictions (numerus clausus). Nevertheless, you need to apply within the currently applicable application deadlines. Afterwards, however, you can submit your application for enrolment directly in the application and status portal, provided that you meet the access requirements.
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Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.
Likewise, special conditions apply to those qualified in vocational education and training.
This subject can be combined with the following subjects in the Combined Bachelor's Degree:
Internet pages of the subject Computational Linguistics
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Faculty of Linguistics and Literary Studies with the courses offered
The information on admission restrictions / numerus clausus (NC) refers to applications for the winter semester 2025/26 and summer semester 2026.
Information on NC values from previous years
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