Deafness Cognition and Language Research Centre (DCAL)

We conduct world-class scientific research to empower all deaf people.

Watch our welcome videos

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This video features Professor Kearsy Cormier, Director of UCL DCAL Research Centre.

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In this video Dr. Kate Rowley explains DCAL's purpose statement and performance goals.

Study

MPhil/PhD
Master's programme
Short courses
Annual summer school (year 11/12 pupils)
Bespoke courses

Research Themes

Our research informs our understanding of how deafness affects cognition, language and the brain.

People

Find contact information for all academics, students and professional services staff associated with our centre.

Resources

Find out more about useful and freely available resources that we offer. DCAL provides face-to-face clinical assessment and online assessments of language and cognition in deaf people.

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Volunteer with DCAL

Discover the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research at DCAL. Whether you're interested in participating in our studies or assisting as a volunteer, your involvement is invaluable. Your participation helps advance our understanding in linguistics, psycholinguistics, and language development within the context of deafness and sign language. Join us in making a difference!

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Deafness Cognition and Language Research Centre (DCAL)