Using this website
This site is run by the University of Lincoln. We want as many people as possible to be able to use this site. For example, that means you should be able to:
- zoom in up to 300% without the text spilling off the screen
- navigate the site using just a keyboard
- listen to this site using a screen reader (including the most recent versions of JAWS, NVDA and VoiceOver)
We’ve also made the site text as simple as possible to understand.
AbilityNet has advice on making your device easier to use if you have a disability.
How accessible this website is
We know some parts of this website aren’t fully accessible:
- you cannot change the colours, font or text size of this site
- you can’t modify the line height or spacing of text
- some of our online forms are difficult to navigate using just a keyboard
- we have not tested navigation of this site by speech recognition
What to do if you can’t access parts of this website
If you need information on this website in a different format like accessible PDF, large print, easy read, audio recording or braille, or have a general question about accessibility email digitaleducation@lincoln.ac.uk.
We’ll consider your request and get back to you.
Reporting accessibility problems with this website
We’re always looking to improve the accessibility of this site. If you find any problems that aren’t listed on this page or think we’re not meeting the requirements of the accessibility regulations, contact: digitaleducation@lincoln.ac.uk.
Enforcement procedure
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is responsible for enforcing the accessibility regulations. If you’re not happy with how we respond to your complaint, contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS).
Contacting us by phone or visiting us in person
The Digital Education and Student Life team are based in One Campus Way, on the University of Lincoln campus.
You can contact us by email: digitaleducation@lincoln.ac.uk.
Technical information about this website’s accessibility
The University of Lincoln is committed to making its website accessible, in accordance with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018.
This website is partially compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines version 2.1 AA standard, due to the non-compliances listed below.
Issues with technology
- We have not tested navigating this site with speech recognition software.
- It’s not possible for users to modify text spacing or line height.
- It is not possible to change the colours and contrast, font or text size on this site.
- We have assessed these issues and the University is working in conjunction with the software provider, Blackboard, to continue to make improvements.
Structure of this site
- The main structure of this site, including login and main tabs, is maintained by the Digital Education and Student Life team.
Issues with interactive tools and transactions
We are not currently aware of any issues with interactive tools and transactions on this site. If you become aware of any issues or have any concerns, please contact digitaleducation@lincoln.ac.uk.
How we tested this website
This website was last tested, week commencing 29th July 2019. The test was carried out by the Digital Education and Student Life team.
We used this approach to deciding on an approach to testing. We tested:
- The main website platform, available at modules.lincoln.ac.uk including login, all main tabs and exemplar lessons.
What we’re doing to improve accessibility
The University continues to work closely with the software provider, CampusPress, to monitor accessibility on this site and make improvements as required.
This statement was prepared on 01st August 2019. It was last updated on 01st August 2019.