Disability Support
Information for users with disabilities on using the David Wilson Library and accessing library resources.
Building access
- Step-free access via the front of the building
- Lifts to all floors
- Automatic doors between study areas
- Assistance dogs welcome
- Refuge points for emergency evacuation
Building facilities
- Accessible toilets on all floors
- Two adjustable-height desks are located in the Rhoda Bennett Reading Room (Ground Floor)
- Individual silent study in the AccessAbility Centre
Accessing resources
- Create alternative document formats with SensusAccess
- Contact the Information Hub for assistance accessing physical stock
- Advice on accessing digital collections for print disabled and visually impaired users
AccessAbility Centre and White Card Holder scheme
The AccessAbility Centre supports students with specific learning difficulties, sensory disabilities, mobility difficulties, mental health conditions and autism.
AccessAbility staff can consult with students about their needs and register them onto the White Card Scheme. This scheme entitles you to help from Library staff with tasks such as photocopying material, collecting books from the shelves, and finding suitable study spaces. White Card Holders do not have a physical white card issued to them but their Library account is updated to reflect their connection to the scheme.
Please contact the AccessAbility Centre to request use of this scheme and for further information about support available to you.
Support for staff with a disability
Information for staff with a disability can be found on Sharepoint (login required). This includes advice on using Assistive Technology such as Inspiration and Read and Write.
Parking on campus
We have a multi-storey pay-as-you-go car park just next to campus. The postcode is LE2 7TG. If you need an accessible space on campus, please email our Parking Office two working days before you come to campus.