Assistive Technology Areas
The Assistive Technology Areas are located on Floor 1 and Floor 2 Extension.
A height adjustable table and chair is available at each bay. Most bays include a computer with a 24-inch double monitor.
Every PC will soon have Dragon Professional 16Link opens in a new window, a speech-to-text software for dictation and voice commands.
The following PCs in Assistive Technology Area Floor 1 have KurzweilLink opens in a new window, installed which is a text-to-speech software.
- PC 1231
- PC 1226
- PC 1228
You can download the following assistive software from Company PortalLink opens in a new window
- Adobe Digital Editions - e-book reading platform with additional features.
- ColorVeil - screen filter.
- Mind Manager - create mind maps, timelines, and flowcharts.
- Read&Write - supports reading, writing, and notetaking
- OpenDyslexic - a font designed to improve readability for people with dyslexia.
- WorkRave - reminders on your PC to take breaks.
Please note: students not using the software or equipment in this area may be asked to move if another student requires access. The desks do have priority stickers but if you are uncomfortable approaching other students, staff will intervene on your behalf.
Our computers within the Accessible Study Rooms also have assistive software available.
Quick links
- Physical access
- Accessible study rooms
- Equipment
- Adjustable furniture
- Assistive software
- Alternative formats
- Safety
- Click and Collect
Bookable accessible rooms: we need your feedback!
To help us understand which facilities and assistive-software packages are useful to we need your feedback! The results will help plan future developments to assist you.
Have you used one of our accessible rooms? Please provide us with some feedback on your experience here.
Have you used our Assistive Software and Accessible Technology? Please provide us with some feedback on your experience here.