SALC (Facilities)
What is SALC?
SALC stands for "Self Access Learning Center." We provide a range of support for language learning at all levels, and for all of APU's languages: English, Japanese, and the 6 AP Languages (Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese, Thai, and Malay Indonesian). Please feel free to come visit the SALC and let us help you achieve your language learning goals!
Study Resources
SALC self-study materials
We have a range of resources to support your English, Japanese or AP language study. You can be certain that you will find the self-study materials you need. Please click below for more information.
Listening booths
There are 6 computers available for your language study. You can practice listening, shadowing and pronunciation, or watch language DVDs.
Individual tutoring sessions
- Do you want to get speaking practice for your class assignment?
- Do you want to become able to freely and comfortably speak with your native-speaking friends?
Peer advisors will help you with speaking practice along with study counseling through one-on-one sessions.
Hours of Operation
We recommend that you make a reservation in advance to secure a seat. Bookings can be made through the following online reservation form. In cases where no sessions have been scheduled, walk-ins will be accepted.
English, Japanese, Chinese Tutoring PA Session Schedule
Period | English Tutoring |
Japanese Tutoring |
Chinese Tutoring |
AP Language | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri |
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2 | 〇 | - | - | See Schedule on our Website |
OPEN | OPEN | CLOSED | OPEN | OPEN |
3 | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 | ||||||
4 | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 | ||||||
5 | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 | ||||||
6 | 〇 | 〇 | - |
Websites
Important information about using SALC
Please observe the following rules when using SALC.
- Books cannot be checked out
- No food or drink allowed.
- Please use the library to study for all non-language subjects