Text Analytics

Learning Outcomes

Statistics serves as a cornerstone for linguistic scientists, providing essential tools for analysing and interpreting linguistic data. This course delves into the intricacies of statistical methods, equipping students with a robust understanding of the foundational concepts and practical applications within the realm of text analytics. By the end of the course, students will emerge with a well-rounded skill set, capable of not only navigating the foundational principles of statistical analysis but also confidently applying these techniques to extract meaningful insights from linguistic datasets: understand the fundamentals of the basic statistical methods; apply these methods to analyse text; appropriately communicate the results of the analyses.