Linguistic Databases
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Course description
The professional development programme in "Computer Technologies in Russian Studies" is designed for philologists and linguists seeking to enhance their expertise in computational and corpus linguistics applied to the Russian language. Participants will develop practical skills in working with linguistic databases, text corpora and electronic dictionaries, while gaining insight into the application of these tools for linguistic research.
Course strengths
- Delivered by academics from SPbU’s Department of Mathematical Linguistics — the first Soviet department dedicated to applying formal and precise methods in linguistics
- Teaching staff possess extensive experience in leading research projects and practical developments, with publications in major Russian and international journals and regular participation in specialist conferences
Learning outcomes
Participants will acquire comprehensive knowledge of core linguistic resources and their applied uses in addressing research challenges.
Content and structure
- Text corpora as a special type of linguistic resource
- Specialised linguistic software
- Information retrieval systems
- Computer lexicography and reference systems
- Language databases
Lecturers
Maria Khokhlova, PhD in Philology, Associate Professor at the Department of Mathematical Linguistics.
Our advantages
- Our experienced educators are world‑renowned scientists and winners of prestigious international awards
- We offer over 800 educational programmes, ranging from popular and introductory to niche and advanced
- With us, you can benefit from and become a part of the 300‑year tradition and history of Russia’s first university
- SPbU boasts a unique cultural environment that has shaped many famous Russian scientists, politicians, entrepreneurs and cultural figures
- Upon completion of the course, you will receive an official SPbU standard certificate
- You will have access to the University’s unique resources, including its extensive research library and many museums
How to enrol?
To enrol on the programme, please contact us by phone or email — we will get back to you within one working day.
You will need to sign a contract and make payment before you can start the course. If you have any questions, feel free to reach us at: +7 (812) 320-07-20 or email: info@lc.spbu.ru.
Type of programme Additional
Duration 1 week
Workload 26 academic hours (16 hours of instruction)
Type of study Full-time
Document issued SPbU standard certificate
Tuition fee 12,000 rubles
Course schedule June 2025
Language Russian
Address Universitetskaya Embankment, 7-9-11
Contact person Lyubov Berezina
E-mail info@lc.spbu.ru
Telephone +7 (812) 320-07-20