‘Disability’ under the Equality Act 2010 implies having a physical or mental impairment that has a ‘substantial’ and ‘long-term’ negative effect on one’s ability to do activities of daily living.
There is a wide range of support and adjustments that the Disability, Mental Health and Wellbeing team can provide for students and staff with disability in UCL. This does not include conditions that fall outside the Equality Act (2010) definition of a disability.
Aims and objectives
The Computer Science EDI Disability sub-committee is working in the department to identify areas where support and inclusion for disabled people can be improved, and to establish priority areas to tackle first.
UCL Computer Science building adjustments and access
In striving to provide an environment which supports equal access and inclusion, UCL Computer Science is committed to working with UCL Estates to improve access to our buildings.
If you are a staff member or student and would like to share some feedback about accessibility in the department, please complete this MS Form now. The feedback received will be directed to the most appropriate team in the department to follow up either internally or with the relevant UCL central team.
UCL Building Access Guide - AccessAble
AcessAble provides detailed building access information about venues with photographs. UCL buildings such as libraries, museums and departmental offices and teaching spaces can be found in this online guide. The guide is currently being updated to include all UCL Computer Science buildings.
Support for students
UCL welcomes applications from disabled students. Our aim is to promote and implement an inclusive learning and teaching environment, allowing students to study as independently as possible during their time at UCL. Further information on support available for students can be found at the following links:
Support for Staff
Support for disabled staff includes but is not limited to, funding provision towards adjustments such as training, additional travel costs, support or equipment that would be above and beyond what is reasonable for an employer to supply. Here are some useful links for further details:
Digital Accessibility Hub
The Digital Accessibility Hub is a dedicated IT workroom that provides improved access for students with disabilities and long-term medical conditions
GDI Hub
Global Disability Innovation Hub (GDI Hub) is a research and practice centre driving disability innovation for a fairer world
Contact details
Disability Support Lead:
Resources
The Summary of Reasonable Adjustments (SORA)
#WeThe15 - A movement for an inclusive world
Disability awareness training at UCL
