Assistive technology

Software

You can use this specialist assistive software on all open access PCs on campus. 

• Read&Write
  Full of features to improve literacy, like a reader to hear documents aloud and a frequently confused words dictionary. Take a look at Read&Write.
• MindView
  Mind Mapping software that helps you to visually brainstorm, organise and present ideas. Watch the video tutorials for MindView.
• Audio Notetaker
  Make better notes by capturing audio, text and slides in a single workspace. Find out more about Audio Notetaker. You can use the mobile app to record your lectures too - download on iOS or Android. Enter your University of Hull email address here to get an access code.
• Screen Magnifier
  Windows 10 Magnifier is installed as standard on all open access PCs. For your own machine, we can loan you a copy of ZoomTEXT. Get in touch to find out more.

Hardware

• Ergonomic Equipment
  We have back-rests and ergonomic supports available to loan. Get in touch for more information.
• Screen Magnifier
  In addition to the standard Windows 10 Magnifier we can loan ZoomTEXT. Get in touch if you would like to know more.
• Video Magnifier
  A Video Magnifier is available in the Brnymor Jones Library to help enlarge printed materials, enhance their contrast and change colours.
• Wireless Portable Hearing Loop
  If you need to use a hearing loop, please let us know and we will make sure you are timetabled in rooms with them. Further information about the hearing loop can be found on this page.