It is hoped that the DU will be fully staffed and fully operational by September 2000. In the meantime it can handle all preliminary enquiries, including those from prospective students . The service aims to be friendly and informal, liaising with all relevant departments of the University. The campus is located in the city centre. The campus map includes routes for wheel-chair users.
Some buildings are inaccessible without assistance.
Disabled Parking' bays are available, and students with mobility problems are given priority. Registered disabled students are automatically entitled to a parking permit , administered by Precinct Services. Eligible students may apply to the Access Fund for re-imbursement of the fee. The cost, for eligible students, will usually be born by their LEA provided this has been agreed in advance. The intention is that such assessments will become available from this University's Disability Unit in the near future.