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Summary

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• Service View
  • Chichester Lecture Theatre is located on the mid-level between Arts Path and North-South Road, in between the adjoining Chichester I building, and Pevensey I.
  • Chichester I link (new tab) - click here.
• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; a lecture theatre.
  • Chichester I link (new tab) - click here.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located within the Chichester I main building.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located towards the rear of the lecture theatre entrance foyer.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located within the Chichester I main building.

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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 Arundel/Chichester II.
  • The car park is located off of North-South Road between the Arundel and Chichester II buildings.
• 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 (Arundel/Chichester II)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off of North-South Road between the Arundel and Chichester II buildings.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Arundel and Chichester II.
  • 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 and signposted.
  • There is/are 3 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 240cm x 484cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
  • The marked zone is 130cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • 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.
  • There is not a campus map available within the car park.
  • There is a signpost showing nearby buildings near the main entrance to the adjacent Arundel 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 (Rear Entrance - North-South Road)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the rear of the building, off of North-South Road, under the link bridge between Chichester II and Chichester I.
  • This entrance gives access to level 1 and the lift.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do 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 100cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 100cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 122cm.
  • 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).
  • 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 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.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance doorway.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.

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Lift

• The lift is located to the rear of the building.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 45m (49yd 8in) from the main entrance.
• 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 and 2.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1000kg.
• There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the lift lobby from the first floor upwards.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is 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 low.
• The clear door width is 100cm (3ft 3in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 152cm x 135cm (4ft 12in x 4ft 5in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not 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 moderate to good.
• The lift is clearly visible from the rear entrance. The lift is 3m from the rear entrance.

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• Comments View
  • Both sets of doors open on level 1.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance - Arts Path)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building, off of Arts Path.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Chichester I'.
  • 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.
  • 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 95cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 92cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 180cm.
  • 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 on the left facing the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • 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 8 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 not 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

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the ground floor (level 0) of the Chichester I building.
  • This entrance gives access to the lecture theatre foyer.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'CHI-LT CHICHESTER LECTURE THEATRE THIS WAY'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not 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 90cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 95cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 172cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Outside Access (Lecture Theatre Courtyard)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located off the mid-level courtyard outside Chichester I and the lecture theatre.
  • This entrance gives access to the lecture theatre entrance foyer.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'CHICHESTER LECTURE THEATRE CHI-LT LECTURE THEATRE'.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not 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) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 174cm.
  • 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 doorway.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 20cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Inside Access

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• Access and Circulation View
  • There is step-free access throughout the area.
  • The type of flooring is carpet and tiles.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • 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/sound.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Lecture Theatre(s)

• Signage for the lecture theatre(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible on or near the door.
• The corridor outside the lecture theatre(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is step free access into the lecture theatre(s) from the corridor.
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the lecture theatre(s).
• The door(s) for the lecture theatre(s) is/are push pad activated.
• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users within the lecture theatre(s).
• The designated spaces for wheelchairs users are located at the front.
• There is level access to the designated seating from an entrance.
• There is space for an assistance dog.
• There is step free access to the speaker's area at the front of the lecture theatre(s).
• The speaker's desk/table is height adjustable.
• There is staggered seating within the lecture theatre(s).
• The steps to the staggered seating do not have handrails.
• There is not a hearing assistance system for the lecture theatre(s).
• There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the lecture theatre(s).
• There is fixed furniture within the lecture theatre(s).
• The clear floor space beneath tables in the lecture theatre(s) ranges between 68cm and 69cm.
• A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
• There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the lecture theatre(s).
• The room does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
• Floor coverings in the lecture theatre(s) are even with no trip hazards.

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• Comments View
  • The entry push pad is 95cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad is 80cm from floor level.

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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) of the Chichester I building.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female toilet is located to the rear of the lecture theatre entrance foyer.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 10m from the lecture theatre courtyard entrance.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • 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 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • The nearest male standard toilet is located on the ground floor (level 0) of the Chichester I building.
• Comments View
  • The nearest male standard toilet is located on the ground floor (level 0) of the Chichester I building.

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Emergency Egress

• To view the Fire Evacuation Plan for Chichester Lecture Theatre please click here (new tab).