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The Language Centre has been part of the University of Warwick's central academic services since its establishment in 1964. The Language Laboratory was first set up in 1964 on the East Site (Gibbet Hill Site), by the Senior Technician Laurie Evans. 

It moved to new premises in 1966 in a new building which is now solely the Library, but the building then housed the Arts Faculty, Library, Book-bindery and Photography departments.  When the Arts faculty (Humanities) building was constructed in 1970, we occupied a few rooms within our current location. 

We have taken over a few adjacent rooms over the years to reach our current capacity.  We managed at last in 1995 to equip all four of our language laboratories with the same machines, standardizing with the Tandberg IS10 model.  This has made the life of our tutors easier by not having to become familiar with different operating controls.

Laurie Evans became Superintendant, but later was re-designated Director until his death in 1985.  Afterward, the post of Director was taken by Noemi Messora (appointed 50%) and when she left Warwick to return to Italy, Bob Powell was appointed to a full-time post as Director in 1993.

It can be seen from the archive photographs that Language Laboratory technology has moved on, from valve open-reel tape recorders to transistor solid-state open-reel, cassette tape recorders.  Having recently installed a fully digitalized satellite system, we are now progressing to totally computerized digital sound recording. 

We have always maintained pace with technology to enable our tutors to utilise the most modern teaching methods -   sometimes at the cutting edge of innovation.  The Centre's activities continue to expand as part of the University's long-term commitment to the increased provision of foreign language tuition across the Faculties.

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    The Language Centre Faculty of Arts Building Room FAB 4.05, Coventry

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Recruitment Practices and Talent Management: Bridging the Gap (CE9C3)

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Primary Early Years PGCE (3-7)

Our Early Years Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) focuses on the 3-7 age range. Our courses will develop you into a highly effective teacher, equipped with the values, skills, and knowledge to become a successful school leader.

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PGCE Secondary with Physical Education

This course is ideal for those who have studied Sports Science, or a related discipline. This course will recommend you on completion for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) to work with 11-18 year-olds (University-led) or 11-16 year-olds (Partner led). You'll become a confident teacher and make a r...

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Coaching (PGCert)

The Postgraduate Certificate Coaching will develop exceptional coaches through an integration of theory and practice. The course takes an adult learning approach, with individual experiential learning at the centre. On completion of the programme participants should have shown evidence of being abl...

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Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Primary (2-7 or 5-11)

Our Primary Postgraduate Certificate in Education is based on a partnership between us and schools within the region. It is a high-quality programme of professional education, leading to qualified teacher status (QTS) and Master’s level credits.

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