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Summary

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• Service View
  • The Arts B building is located off of Arts Road, opposite the Arts C building.
  • Arts A link (new tab) - click here.
  • Arts C link (new tab) - click here.
• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; music studios, music practice rooms and offices.
  • Faculties include Media, Arts and Humanities and the Foundation Year office.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located in the basement (level 0), and levels 1 and 2.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located in the basement (level 0).
  • Baby changing facilities are located in the female standard toilets on level 1.
  • Standard shower facilities are located in the female and male standard toilets in the basement (level 0).

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Useful Information

• The Student Support Unit is a team of specialist advisors available to advise disabled students and students with a learning difficulty or ongoing physical or mental health condition.
• To see more information on Student Support Unit please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01273 877 466.
• Email: studentsupport@sussex.ac.uk.
• The Student Centre brings together student support services who provide confidential, pre-booked appointments in-person or via Zoom on a range of issues. They also run drop-in sessions, events and other activities throughout the year.
  The Student Centre is located on Refectory Road opposite Bramber House and the Health Centre.
• To see more information on The Student Centre please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01273 075 700.
• Email: studentlifecentre@sussex.ac.uk.
• The Admissions Office deals with all full-time undergraduate applications, and full and part-time Masters and PhD applications.
• To see more information on Admissions (undergraduate applications) please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01273 678 416.
• Email: ug.applicants@sussex.ac.uk .
• The Accommodation service provides guidance, advice and information to help you live as a student while studying at Sussex.
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01273 678 220.
• Email: housing@sussex.ac.uk.
• To see more information on General Enquiries (University of Sussex) please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01273 606 755.
• Email: information@sussex.ac.uk.
• Staff training available includes Equality and Diversity courses which include Disability Awareness.
  The Diversity in the Workplace course is mandatory for all staff.
• For more information on Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) Clinical Neuroscience click here (opens new tab).

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Disability Advice Contact Details

• The Student Centre brings together student support services, including Disability Advice, who provide confidential, pre-booked appointments in-person or online on a range of issues.
  
• They also run drop-in sessions, events and other activities throughout the year.
• This service can be contacted:
• by phone on 01273 075 700
• by email on disabilityadvice@sussex.ac.uk
• or via the Student Support Portal.
• Further disability support information can be found on the Student Hub.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The University is located near Falmer on the outskirts of Brighton, off the A27 between Brighton and Lewes.
    Brighton may be reached from the north via the A23 and from Lewes via the A26.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders, who may park without a permit in any parking space on campus (including disabled parking spaces).
    Blue Badge holders must first register personal and vehicle details via e-mail (Transport@sussex.ac.uk), or in person at the Transport Office in the Hastings building.
    Some Blue Badge bays are for specific visitors only and are indicated by a vehicle registration number displayed on bay signage. Other visitors must not park in these spaces.
    Standard parking requires a paperless parking permit, although the first hour is free.
    Visitors and staff with pay as you go (daily) permits pay for parking via the PayByPhone app.
    Visitor parking is available in Car Parks 4, 5, 6, 7, and 10.
    Staff, associates, and students may also pay daily, monthly or annually (see the Campus parking link below for further details).
    There are reduced rates available for staff.
  • For more information on driving directions (Google Maps) please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
  • Bus routes 23, 25 and N25 connect central Brighton to the campus. There are numerous bus stops located throughout the campus.
  • For more information on Brighton & Hove Bus and Coach Company please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Falmer.
  • Falmer is served by Southern Railway on a branch line connecting to main services to/from other destinations by changing at Brighton, Lewes, or Eastbourne. .
  • For more information on Southern Railway please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on Falmer Station please click here (opens new tab).
• Useful Links View
  • How to get to the University.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Campus parking.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Parking for disabled staff and students (free).
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Parking fees for standard parking.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Building Parking

• The building does not have its own dedicated parking.

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• 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 Car Park 7 - Jubilee.
  • The car park is located next to the Jubilee Building.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Car Park 7 - Jubilee)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the west of the campus, near the Jubilee building.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Jubilee and Silverstone.
  • The car park type is multi storey.
  • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
  • The maximum height is 2100cm (68ft 11in).
  • 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 14 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 225cm x 485cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zone is 130cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by permit holders.
  • Parking charges apply for all except Blue Badge holders.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
• 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 35m (38yd 10in) from the Jubilee building.
  • There is step-free level access to other buildings on campus via the lift within the Jubilee building.
• Comments View
  • Some Blue Badge parking bays are reserved for specific users, indicated by a car registration number shown on individual bay signage.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance - Arts Road)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located off of Arts Road, opposite the Arts C building.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor (level 1).
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Arts B Media, Arts and Humanities (MAH)'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 90cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 90cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 136cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Outside Access (Arts Quadrangle Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located off the Arts quadrangle, opposite the Arts A building.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor (level 1).
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Welcome to the School of Media, Arts and Humanities (MAH)'.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 105cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 105cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 120cm.
  • 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 7 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the step(s).
  • 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 extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.

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Outside Access (Arts A Covered Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located under the covered walkway between the Arts A and Arts B buildings.
  • This entrance gives access to the basement floor (level 0).
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Welcome to Arts B MEDIA ARTS & HUMANITIES'.
  • 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 not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • 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 132cm.
  • 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 9 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the step(s).
  • 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 extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.

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Entrance (Arts A - Level 1)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on level 1 of the Arts A building.
  • This entrance gives access to level 1 of the Arts B building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'ARTS B THIS WAY'.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 100cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 100cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 84cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 100cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The width of the door opening is 66cm.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located between the first and second set of doors.
  • There is/are 11 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • 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 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are 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 not easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
  • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all corridors/walkways.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• 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.
• Comments View
  • There are numerous push pad and motion activated automatic doors in corridors throughout the building.
  • Any manual doors in corridors are permanently held open.
  • There are doors which have to be opened manually in corridors in the basement (level 0).

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Lift

• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main or quadrangle entrances.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 0, 1, 2 and 3.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is not a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The visual contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 77cm (2ft 6in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 104cm x 138cm (3ft 5in x 4ft 6in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are low to moderate.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located near either of the main or quadrangle entrances.
  • The stairs are approximately 6m from the entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are 0, 1, 2 and 3.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The depth of the steps is 28cm.
  • 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 not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are not 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 provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • There is a similar staircase near the lift with a handrail on the left hand side going up.

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MAH Social Space - Level 2

• The lounge is located on level 2 near the lift, in room B274.
• There are manual, heavy double doors with one leaf locked which open towards you (pull).
• The width of the door opening is 59cm.
• There is step free level access throughout the area.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with and without armrests and sofas.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables and coffee tables.
• The standard height for the undersides of tables is 65cm - 69cm.
• The lighting is good.

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Entrance (Arts C - Level 3)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on level 3 in the Arts C building.
  • This entrance gives access to level 3 of the Arts B building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Arts B'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • 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 117cm.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) available.
• The nearest accessible toilet(s) is/are located on the ground floor (level 0) in the Arts C building.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located in the basement (level 0).
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 15m from the lift.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
  • 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 84cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The female toilet is located on level 1.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 35m from the main entrance.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
  • There is Braille, tactile, 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 95cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Baby Changing Facilities 2 View
  • Baby change facilities are available in the female toilets.
  • There is a flip down baby change table available.
  • The height of the baby change table is 107cm.
• Comments View
  • There is also a female standard toilet on level 2.
  • There is also a male standard toilet on level 3.

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Standard Shower

• Shower facilities are available.
• The shower(s) surveyed is/are located in the basement (level 0) within the female and male standard toilets.
• There is level access to the shower facilities.
• There is a 23cm high step into the shower tray.

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Emergency Egress

• To view the fire evacuation plan for Arts B Level 0 please click here
• To view the fire evacuation plan for Arts B Level 3 please click here.