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New Master Computational Humanities” starts at the University of Würzburg!
From the winter semester of 2025, the University of Würzburg will be offering an interdisciplinary master's degree in “Computational Humanities” that combines artificial intelligence and the humanities. Find out about admission and content.
New Master Computational Humanities” starts at the University of Würzburg!
A new wind is blowing through the Bavarian university landscape! It will start in the winter semester of 2025 University of Würzburg with a brand new master’s program in “Computational Humanities”. This interdisciplinary approach combines the humanities with the latest achievements in artificial intelligence and promises an interesting combination of theory and practice.
The course is offered by the Faculty of Philosophy and the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science and covers a wide spectrum: from literary analysis to music analysis to fine arts. Students not only learn theoretical knowledge, but also gain a good knack for using algorithms and computer-aided analysis of cultural content such as texts, images, music and videos.
Focus on artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) play a central role in this study program. These technologies open up new ways to analyze and interpret complex data, such as dighum.uzh.ch describes. By combining traditional humanities methods with powerful algorithms, students can process large amounts of data and gain comprehensive insights.
In the master's program, students learn various aspects of AI, including processing natural language and images and adapting to new information using algorithms. The curriculum therefore offers an exciting insight into the possibilities of automated analysis and problem solving, which is beneficial for cultural studies.
Flexible study models and numerous options
The Master in “Computational Humanities” can be completed both as a single-subject Master (120 ECTS) or as a two-subject Master with 30 ECTS in an additional subject. The language of instruction is English, which underlines the international orientation of the program. Admission requirements are a completed bachelor's degree with at least 60 ECTS in Digital Humanities or a comparable course of study, as well as 20 ECTS in humanities or cultural studies.
Anyone interested can register now via WueStudy. An information evening on June 24, 2025, at 6:15 p.m., at Hubland Nord, Building 23, will give future students the opportunity to find out more about the degree program and clarify questions.
A new chapter for the humanities
With this offer, the University of Würzburg is setting a new focus in the academic landscape. Close collaboration with the Center for Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (CAIDAS) and the Center for Philology and Digitality (ZPD) ensures access to the most modern research results and resources.
This not only creates a deeper understanding of digital culture, but also promotes the ability to analyze complex cultural content based on data. These skills are invaluable in today's digital world and will continue to be highly valued in the future.