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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the grounds include STEM Event Space, Bytes Café, STEM Technician Office, Science and Health Employability Team, Biological Sciences Teaching Laboratory, Exploratory Leaning Space, Computer Teaching Laboratory 1 and 2, Practice Placements Team Reception and Office, the Department of Mathematical Sciences Offices, Mathematical Sciences PhD Study Space.
• There is an internal link from the School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering main building and the STEM Centre on level 5.
• Related link Multi Storey Car Park.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/university-of-essex/university-of-essex-colchester-campus/access-guides/multi-storey-car-park-essex
• Related link School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering and the Network Centre.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/university-of-essex/university-of-essex-colchester-campus/access-guides/school-of-computer-science-and-electronic-engineering-and-the-network-centre

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The University of Essex Colchester campus is located on the east side of Colchester just off the A133. The University campus is looped by Boundary Road which joins the A133 and Colchester Road.
  • There are multiple car parks on the Colchester campus including the Multi Storey Car Park and the Valley Car Park.
• By Bus View
  • There are multiple bus stops along Boundary Road around the edge of the Colchester campus these are served by routes 61, 62, 62A, 62B, 74, 74A, 74B, 75, 75A, 76, 76A, 78, 87, 97A, 98, X15 and National Express Coaches.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Hythe which is approximately 1.2km from the Colchester campus and is served by the Greater Anglia Trains.
• Useful Links View
  • This link provides more information on how to get to the Colchester campus.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • This link provides more information on bus time tabling around Colchester.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • This link is for the Greater Anglia trains website for more information on train timetables and ticketing.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Student Services Hub please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01206 874 000.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Undergraduate Admissions please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01206 873 666.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01206 874 000.
• Email: [email protected].

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Building Parking

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by permit holders and Blue Badge holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located outside the building, under the podia.
  • The car park type is sheltered.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • There is/are 3 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 410cm x 435cm (13ft 5in x 14ft 3in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 12m (13yd 4in) from the car park entrance.
  • 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 tarmac.
• 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 Multi Storey Car Park.
  • The car park is located in the centre of the Colchester Campus.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • There are other car parks located throughout the campus.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located in the south east corner of Square 1.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 237cm (7ft 9in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Comments View
  • This entrance gives access to level 3 of the building.

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Outside Access (Square 2 Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located in the south west corner of Square 2.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 112cm (3ft 8in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Comments View
  • This entrance gives access to level 4 of the building.

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Outside Access (Car Park Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the under podia level.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • 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 card reader/lock is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does not have handrails.
• Comments View
  • This entrance gives access to level 1 of the building.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building.
  • There is a steep ramp, with handrails on both sides, for access to rooms 3.16 - 3.22.
  • The width of the ramp is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • This ramp is located on level 3, just past the lift, stairs and toilets, and is shown in photograph 1.
  • There is a steep ramp, with no handrails, for access to rooms 5.38 - 5.41.
  • The width of the ramp is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • This ramp is located on level 5, to the right as you exit lift, shown in photograph 2.
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is not clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is clearly written and pictorial directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Comments View
  • Photograph 5 shows the Biological Sciences Teaching Laboratory on level 2, and photograph 6 shows the locker room for this lab.
  • Photographs 7 and 8 show the Exploratory Learning Space on level 4.
  • Photograph 9 shows one of the height adjustable desks available in Computer Teaching Laboratory 2 on level 4.
  • Photograph 10 shows the Department of Mathematical Sciences area on level 5.

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Eating and Drinking (BYTES Cafe)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the café.
  • The café is located on level 3, just inside the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the café.
• Service and Menus View
  • There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • Menu types include; menu boards and written wall menus.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
  • Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is not available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • This area does play background music.
  • Background music is played at all times.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system .
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 80cm.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 74cm.
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 70cm.
  • There are also high tables.
  • The surface height of the highest table is 91cm.
  • Some tables are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • The type of flooring in this area is tiles.
  • There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Access to the additional seating area is via heavy sliding doors 145cm wide, with a small threshold to access the rear patio area.
  • The tables on the patio area are 71 cm from the floor to the base. The seats here have arm rests (photograph 9). There are also tables available outside the main entrance on Square 1 (shown in photograph 10).

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Opening Times (BYTES Café Term Time)

• Monday 08:30 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00.
• Thursday 08:30 - 17:00.
• Friday 08:30 - 17:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Opening Times (BYTES Café Vacation)

• Monday 09:00 - 16:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 16:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 16:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 16:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 16:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are levels 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
  • The stairs are located to the left of the main entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 14m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left as you enter via the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are levels 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1000kg.
• The lift is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 88cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 159cm x 140cm (5ft 3in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The lift has a hearing enhancement system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Entrance (School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering Main Building Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the far end of CSEE Laboratory 1, on level 5 of the Computer Science and Electrical Engineering Building.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There are two sets of manual, heavy, double doors between the lift and this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 63cm (2ft 1in).
• Comments View
  • This entrance give access to level 5 of the STEM Centre.

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Reception (Practice Placements Team Reception)

• Practice Placements Team Reception is located on level 4, to the right from the lift, past the stairs and toilets.
• The desk is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the lift.
• Clear signage for the reception area is not visible from the lift.
• There is step free access to this reception area.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are bright.
• The reception desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is not staffed.
• There is a bell to attract attention.
• The bell is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities

• Changing Places facilities are located on level 4, just inside the Square 2 entrance.
• Accessible toilet facilities are located on levels 2-5 on the left hand side of the building, by the lift and stairs. The toilets on levels 2 and 3 have the transfer space on the left, the toilets on levels 4 and 5 have the transfer space to the right.
• Gender Neutral standard toilet facilities are located on levels 2-5 on the left hand side of the building, by the lift and stairs..

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Changing Places

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located on level 4, just inside the Square 2 entrance.
  • The facility is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the Square 2 entrance.
  • There is level access to the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do need a key for the facility.
  • It is a radar key.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 425cm x 356cm (13ft 11in x 11ft 8in).
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The facility changing bench is free standing.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 194cm (6ft 4in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in cubicle.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook and loop.
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 118cm (3ft 10in).
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Drop down rails are provided for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the drop down rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The type of wash basin is adjustable.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • A privacy screen is available.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is available.
• Accessible Shower View
  • Accessible shower facilities are available.
  • The facilities available in the accessible shower are an adjustable shower head.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Level 3)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located just past the lift and stairs, to the left of the main entrance as you enter.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a gender neutral toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 166cm x 220cm (5ft 5in x 7ft 3in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 69cm (2ft 3in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • 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 good.
  • 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 female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 133cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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).
  • 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 good.
  • 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 104cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 99cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is fair.
• Comments View
  • The toilet on level 2 is identical to this (shown in photograph 2).

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Level 4)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located in the toilet area of level 4, to the right as you exit the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a gender neutral toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is written text and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 163cm x 196cm (5ft 4in x 6ft 5in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are 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 92cm (3ft).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • 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 good.
  • 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 female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 143cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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).
  • 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 good.
  • 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 105cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 101cm (3ft 4in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is fair.
• Comments View
  • The toilet on level 5 is identical, except it has a clear turning space (shown in photograph 2).

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The gender neutral toilet is located in the toilet area by the lift and stairs, to the left of the main entrance as you enter.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 19m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 79cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.