Language Technology and Artificial Intelligence (Hons) University of Malta

Overview

The B.Sc. (Honours) programme in Language Technology (LT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers you a comprehensive pathway to specialize in computational language analysis and the development of intelligent, language-sensitive systems. Rooted in foundational principles of both LT and AI, the programme also integrates introductory linguistics courses to equip you with a holistic understanding of the challenges and nuances within the field of Human Language Technology (HLT). 

In your first year at the Language Technology and Artificial Intelligence (Hons) programme from University of Malta, all study-units are compulsory, evenly divided between AI/ICT and LT/Linguistics, ensuring you acquire essential foundational knowledge and programming skills tailored for project-based HLT tasks. 

Building upon this groundwork, your second year introduces more advanced and specialized topics in HLT and AI, incorporating two individual practical projects to encourage the application of theoretical concepts to practical scenarios, fostering your proactive problem-solving abilities. While maintaining a focus on both HLT and AI, the inclusion of elective units in your second year provides you with flexibility to pursue your interests and strengths within the field. 

Your third year centers around a dissertation and placement unit, offering you the opportunity to gain real-world experience in ICT-related industries or research projects, preparing you for the professional landscape. Elective units in your final year are aligned with dissertation topics, enabling you to further specialize and explore areas of personal interest within LT and AI. Through this structured approach, you will emerge as a proficient specialist ready to address the evolving challenges in Language Technology and Artificial Intelligence.

Careers

As a graduate in Language Technology and Artificial Intelligence, you will be equipped to meet the growing demands and tackle the evolving challenges in these fields. You will find employment roles as a computational linguist, AI specialist, data scientist, or software developer in industries focused on human language technology. Typical employers and markets include research institutions, ICT-related industries, and sectors focused on machine learning, natural language processing, and tech-driven language services.