Disability support

We aim to make the library and its resources as accessible as possible to all staff, students and visitors. Where the age of the building causes issues, we hope to overcome these by providing additional services or adjustments. We offer a wide range of services which can be tailored to your specific needs.

Some of our services are available to visitors, but some are restricted to students and staff. We are happy to assist you, whether or not you are in receipt of DSA, or have declared a disability to ASDAC. We don't charge any extra fees for our services.  

Any member of staff will be happy to assist you, but more complex queries may need to be referred to your faculty librarian if you need a private discussion. For more general enquiries about accessing our additional services email library@port.ac.uk. 

• How can I assist in getting my support in place before I start my course?

• How do I access the physical library?

• How do I fetch and carry my resources?

• What assistive technology is available in the library?

• Can I get reading material in alternative formats?

• I have specific questions relating to my academic course.

• I am visually impaired/print disabled will I have problems with finding/reading recommended resources.

• What copying facilities are available to me?

• I have a support worker how can they help me in the library?

• I am having problems accessing electronic resources from home, who can help?

• What if I am a distance learner with additional needs?

• Who can I talk to in the library about specific needs not covered above?

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