Facilities
We have dedicated laboratories for carrying out linguistics and
psycholinguistics experiments. Our new interpreting and translation booth
adds the very latest technology to our suite of language transcription,
video editing and analysis facilities.
Modern language teaching labs
Using software to practice translation and subtitling
We use Melissi Digital Classroom software that allows you to interact
with other language students, record digitally, subtitle and interpret
language, and simultaneously work on videos. Subtitling and
computer-assisted translation for our Masters courses are also taught in the
labs.
Linguistics resource centre
Our resource centre has three labs for the study of language production, comprehension and acquisition:
- eye tracking lab for the monitoring of eye movements
while subjects read from a screen or listen to music;
- psycholinguistics lab to measure how long it takes
readers or listeners to respond to words, texts or sounds; and
- Little Language Learners Lab to investigate how babies learn their native
language by monitoring their looking behaviour whilst viewing pictures and listening to words and sentences.
Conference translation facilities
Translation and interpreting booths
Our EU- and UN-standard interpreting booths are located in one of our
main lecture theatres where you receive training in simultaneous
interpreting. You will also have access to an autonomous learning lab where
you can practise your interpreting and subtitling skills and the use of
translation software on your own.
Open access lab
Our open access lab is equipped with satellite TV and DVD players for
watching programmes in the languages that you are studying. The lab is also
equipped with specialised software so that you can practise your language on
your own or with friends.
Media studio
Students working in the media studio
Our media studio has cameras, computer facilities, projectors and chairs
for a small audience. Here you will practise broadcasting news programmes
and have the opportunity to really test your language skills.
Virtual research environment
We provide a virtual research environment that allows researchers to
access and share tools, training materials and other resources with each
other.
Spicer Library
Our departmental Spicer Library, run by volunteers,
houses an invaluable collection of books for postgraduate students in
applied linguistics and English language teaching and complements the
resources available in the Albert Sloman Library.