Subject: MSc in Human Language Technology: Sheffield UK From: Prof Roger K Moore <r.k.moore@xxxxxxxx> Date: Mon, 5 Jun 2006 16:33:16 +0100*** Studentships available for 2006/7 *** One-Year MSc in HUMAN LANGUAGE TECHNOLOGY Department of Computer Science The University of Sheffield - UK The Sheffield MSc in Human Language Technology has been carefully tailored to meet the demand for graduates with the highly-specialised multi-disciplinary skills that are required in HLT, both as practitioners in the development of HLT applications and as researchers into the advanced capabilities required for next-generation HLT systems. The course provides a balanced programme of instruction across a range of relevant disciplines including speech technology, natural language processing and dialogue systems. The programme is taught in a research-led environment. This means that you will study the most advanced theories and techniques in the field, and also have the opportunity to use state- of-the-art software tools. You will also have opportunities to engage in research-level activity through in-depth exploration of chosen topics and through your dissertation. Graduates from this course are highly valued in industry, commerce and academia. The programme is also an excellent introduction to the substantial research opportunities for doctoral-level study in HLT. *** A number of studentships are available, on a competitive basis, to suitably qualified applicants. These awards pay a stipend in addition to the course fees. *** For further details of the course, see ... http://www.shef.ac.uk/dcs/postgrad/taught/hlt.html For information on how to apply see ... http://www.shef.ac.uk/dcs/postgrad/taught/apply.html