The University is investing in new areas of research in the field of multimedia and learning environments. This centre incorporates the Special Needs Computing Research Unit and a number of other University-wide groups focusing on computer-mediated learning. The centre aims to focus expertise and resources in the areas of interactive multimedia education and to explore opportunities for collaboration on a local, national and international basis. It is interested in learning environments from both a technical and pedagogical viewpoint as well as the more general issues of multimedia and interaction design. The centre holds seminars and encourages participation from new researchers, experienced staff and external speakers from industrial or research backgrounds.