Accessibility

Falmouth and Penryn Campus libraries are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all students and staff.

The Digital Skills Technology information on the Study Hub can help you to find ways to make reading easier such as text to speech and alternative formats. Some useful free technology can be found here. For further support and help making the most of your learning style, email the Inclusive Learning Team

Books can be renewed online and by telephone. If you need more help or assistance please contact the Library

For further information on support offered by Falmouth Exeter Plus visit Student Support Services

Facilities and Services:

Falmouth Library

• Lift access to all floors
• Disabled toilet on lower ground floor (accessible via lift)
• Induction loop at the Help Desk
• Low level OPAC to use the library catalogue
• DDA compliant photocopiers and printers
• 2 DDA compliant self service kiosks for issuing and returning books
• Assistance in using the catalogue and reaching materials
• Named contacts for an introduction to the Library
• Inclusie learning equipment available for loan (Dictaphones, reader scanner pen, hearing loop, portable hearing loop, coloured overlays)

Penryn Campus Library

• Lift access to all floors
• Automated opening doors and accessible route
• Disabled toilets on Level 1 and 2
• Induction loop at the helpdesk
• Height adjustable OPACs to use the library catalogue
• DDA compliant photocopiers and printers
• 4 DDA compliant self service kiosks for issuing and returning books
• Assistance in using the catalogue and reaching materials
• Wide gangways between the book shelves
• Named contact for an introduction to the Library
• Inclusive learning equipment available for loan (Dictaphones, reader scanner pen, hearing loop, portable hearing loop, coloured overlays)
• Priority use for MAC computer with assistive technology placed at accessibility table
• Priority booking on Group Study Room 3
• Library Reader to enhance and magnify text