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2.07 Yew Lecture Theatre

The Nucleus Building, The University of Edinburgh, King's Buildings, Thomas Bayes Road, Edinburgh, EH9 3FG

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Access To

  • 2.07 Yew Lecture Theatre is located on the second floor of The Nucleus Building.
  • View information on The Nucleus Building (opens new tab).
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift and automatic doors.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into 2.07 Yew Lecture Theatre.
  • There is a single manual door which opens towards you.
  • The door has a locked extension leaf.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a second single manual door which opens towards you.
  • The door has a locked extension leaf.
  • The locked extension leaf can be opened on request .
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
  • The second door has a high visual contrast.

Teaching

  • This is a lecture theatre.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • Floor coverings are even with no trip hazards.
  • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • There are no designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
  • Some tables are fixed.
  • The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The speaker's desk/table is height adjustable.
  • This room has a television screen.