You are on Summary. Skip to the next section.

Summary

Collapse all Expand all

• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; the UoD IT Computing Centre, including information and communication services www.dundee.ac.uk/ics/.
  • At the time of survey (March 2022) the building was undergoing a refurbishment.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located on the ground floor level A.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor level A; on level B on the left staircase.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor level A; on level D on the left staircase.
  • Accessible shower facilities are located on level B - Female (stepped access only) and on level D - Male (stepped access only).

You are on Getting Here (City Campus). Skip to the next section.

Getting Here (City Campus)

Collapse all Expand all

• By Road View
  • The postcode for the Tower Building, the main administration building and campus entrance at the City Campus, is DD1 4HN. The campus is located between Perth Road and Hawkhill, to the west of Dundee city centre. Dundee can be accessed via the A90 from the North and West or the A92 from the east and south.
  • Car parking on the city campus is for staff permit holders only Monday to Friday 08:00 to 17:30. Staff, students, or visitors with a local authority issued Blue Badge may park for free, without a permit, in designated accessible parking bays only. Official visitors should contact the department they are visiting to arrange a temporary permit. Non permit holders may park out with the standard parking times by paying an appropriate fee via the RingGo app. Fees for non-permit holders are applicable Monday to Friday from 17:30 to 00:00 and Saturday and Sunday from 08:00 to 00:00.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
  • The nearest bus stops on the south side of the campus are located on Perth Road. Bus routes 5, 5A, 16, 16B, 17, 36C, 39, 73, 73A and 204 all serve these stops. The nearest bus stops on the north side of the campus are located on Hawkhill. Bus routes 6, 22, 51 and 922 serve these stops.
  • For more information on Stagecoach bus services please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Dundee.
  • Dundee station is located to south west of the city centre, approximately 0.6 miles from the campus. Dundee station is served by Scotrail, LNER and Caledonian Sleeper services, with connections to other major Scottish and UK cities. It is a Category A station and has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office. The booking office and ticket machines are accessible and there is a ramp available for boarding trains.
  • For more information on Dundee Railway Station facilities please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on local and national train services to Dundee please click here (opens new tab).
• Useful Links View
  • For more information on travelling to the university of Dundee.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

You are on Useful Information. Skip to the next section.

Useful Information

• The Student Services Enquiry Centre is located in the City Campus on Campus Green next to DUSA The Union, and is open daily during the week.
• To see more information on Student Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01382 381 900.
• Email: [email protected].
• Disability Services is part of the Support Hub and is located in the Old Technical Institute (OTI) at the city Campus.
• To see more information on Disability Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01382 385 402.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Sanctuary Management Office for accommodation is located on Old Hawkhill next to the Heathfield Residences at the City Campus.
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: [email protected].
• The University Health Service is part of the Support Hub and is located on level 1 in the Old Technical Institute (OTI) at the City Campus.
• To see more information on Health Service please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01382 384 168.
• Email: [email protected].

You are on Building Parking. Skip to the next section.

Building Parking

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

Collapse all Expand all

• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by permit holders.
  • The car park is located to the rear of the building, accessed via Cross Lane.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are not available.
  • The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is concrete.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Park Place Car Park.
  • The car park is located to the rear of the building off Cross Lane.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is South Tay Street Pay and Display.
  • The car park is located on South Tay Street.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is a designated drop off point.
  • There is not a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
  • The drop off point is located to the right of the main entrance.
  • There is additional parking presently (March 2022) in front of the building on Park Place, but this area is soon to be redeveloped..

You are on Site/Campus Car Park (Park Place Car Park). Skip to the next section.

Site/Campus Car Park (Park Place Car Park)

Collapse all Expand all

• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off Cross Lane to the east of the campus.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Scrymgeour Building, UoD Computer Centre, Dental School and Hospital, Fulton Building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 5 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 260cm x 570cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zone is 90cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by Blue Badge holders and permit holders.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment can be made by phone.
  • To see more information on parking policies please click here (opens new tab).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are not clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is not a campus map available within the car park.
  • The nearest designated bay is 80m (87yd 1ft) from the Dental School Main Entrance.
  • There is additional parking, including Blue Badge parking, available to the rear of the Scrymgeour Building.
• Comments View
  • Parking in University car parks and on the City Campus is limited to permit holders only between 08:00 and 17:30 Monday to Friday, with the exception of Blue Badge holders. Standard permit holders may park without payment at any time in a standard parking bay.
    
  • Blue Badge holders may park for free, without a permit, in designated accessible parking bays only.
    
  • Blue Badge holders may not park out with designated accessible spaces, or on single or double yellow lines. Parking in a standard parking bay requires a permit, even with a Blue Badge.
    
  • Non permit holders may park between 17:31 to 00:00 (or time of car park closure) Monday to Friday, or 08:00 to 00:00 Saturday and Sunday, upon payment of the appropriate fee on-line or by phone through RingGo. Details may be found on the university website.
    
  • Other permit and payment options are available as detailed on the website.
    
  • Parking is free between 00:00 and 08:00 Monday to Sunday for everyone. Please note however some car parks have limited opening hours, and gates will be closed out with those times.
    
  • Full details may be found on the university web page Car Parking www.dundee.ac.uk/guides/car-parking .

You are on Outside Access (Main Entrance). Skip to the next section.

Outside Access (Main Entrance)

Collapse all Expand all

• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the front right of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'UoD IT Computing Centre'.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 132cm (4ft 4in).
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 128cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 114cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 109cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the right as you face the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 116cm (3ft 10in).
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 2 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up the step(s).
  • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.

You are on Outside Access (Staff Entrance). Skip to the next section.

Outside Access (Staff Entrance)

Collapse all Expand all

• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the front left of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor, left staircase and Technical Resource Centre.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'UoD IT Computing Centre'.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 123cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 127cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 2 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

You are on Getting Around. Skip to the next section.

Getting Around

Collapse all Expand all

• Access View
  • There is not step-free access throughout the building .
  • There is sloped/ramped access to the Technical Resource Centre.
  • There is stepped access to all rooms on the upper floors.
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • There are corridors/walkways with a surface width of less than 120cm (excluding any permanent obstructions over a small distance).
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and vinyl.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
  • Floor plans/maps are available.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.

You are on Ramp(s) or Slope(s). Skip to the next section.

Ramp(s) or Slope(s)

Collapse all Expand all

• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located on the ground floor to the rear left of the building.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the Technical Resource Centre.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 77cm (2ft 6in).
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.

You are on Other Floors (Main Stairs). Skip to the next section.

Other Floors (Main Stairs)

Collapse all Expand all

• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located to the right of the building.
  • The stairs are approximately 8m from the main entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual heavy double doors to access the staircase on levels C and E.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are A, B, C, D and E.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on the left going up.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.
• Other Information View
  • The room(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are all rooms on levels B, C, D and E.
  • There is a similar staircase to the left of the building near the staff entrance.

You are on Other Floors (Left Stairs). Skip to the next section.

Other Floors (Left Stairs)

Collapse all Expand all

• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located to the left of the building near the Staff Entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 10m from the Staff Entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • There are manual heavy double doors to enter the stairwell on levels C and E.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are A, B, C, D and E.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on the right going up.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

You are on Accessible Toilet(s). Skip to the next section.

Accessible Toilet(s)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

Collapse all Expand all

• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right as you enter via the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens by sliding.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 80cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 221cm x 188cm (7ft 3in x 6ft 2in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 153cm (5ft).
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a sensor flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are general waste (with lid) disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 109cm (3ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is fair.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 97cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 107cm (3ft 6in).
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is poor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.

You are on Standard Toilet(s). Skip to the next section.

Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

Collapse all Expand all

• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female toilet is located to the right as you enter via the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 3m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 81cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • There are additional female toilet and shower facilities at mezzanine level B on the north staircase (photographs 11 to 15).
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The male toilet is located to the right as you enter via the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 3m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 85cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • There are additional male toilet and shower facilities at mezzanine level B on the north staircase (photographs 16 to 20).

You are on Accessible Shower (Female B03A). Skip to the next section.

Accessible Shower (Female B03A)

Collapse all Expand all

• Location and Access View
  • This accessible shower is located in the standard female toilet facilities on the mezzanine level B on the left staircase 2.
  • There is stepped access into the accessible shower.
  • There is no signage on or near the shower door.
• Accessible Shower View
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The adjustable shower head cannot be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • The colour contrast between the shower rails and wall is poor.
  • There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • The colour contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is poor.
  • There is not an emergency alarm for the shower.

You are on Accessible Shower (Male D03A). Skip to the next section.

Accessible Shower (Male D03A)

Collapse all Expand all

• Location and Access View
  • This accessible shower is located in the standard male toilet facilities on the mezzanine level D on the left staircase 2.
  • There is stepped access into the accessible shower.
  • There is no signage on or near the shower door.
• Accessible Shower View
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The adjustable shower head cannot be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 44cm (1ft 5in).
  • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • The colour contrast between the shower rails and wall is poor.
  • There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • The colour contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is poor.
  • There is not an emergency alarm for the shower.