Contact Details
- Address
- Alison Richard Building,
7 West Road - Cambridge CB3 9DR
- Tel.
- 01223 767 255
- Fax
- 01223 767 237
- enquiries@polis.cam.ac.uk
- Website
- http://www.polis.cam.ac.uk/
Access Issues
- Contact
- Reception
- Tel.
- 01223 761 000
- arbrec@hermes.cam.ac.uk
Location, Services and Transport
Alsion Richard Building, Sidgwick Site. See separate entry for Sidgwick Site.
General Information
The department is located in the Alison Richard Building, which is accessible to wheelchair users. Please call in advance if you require assistance to enter the building.
Smoking
No smoking anywhere in the building.
Physical Access
Entrances
Main entrance is accessible by wheelchair and a lift is available to all floors.
Number of floors
Four floors.
Lifts and stairs
Modern lift to all floors. Stairs all have continuous handrails.
Seminar/teaching rooms
Lecture and seminar rooms SG1/2, 119, 138, S1, S2 and S3 are used for teaching. All are accessible by lift, with moveable furniture.
Toilets
Disabled toilet onĀ all floors.
Common rooms
Cafe is on the ground floor.
Visual Impairments
Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs welcome but please advise in advance.
Computer facilities
Currently no special hardware or software for visually impaired users.
Large print, Braille and audio
Large print information on prior request.
Library and magnification equipment
Not applicable.
Signs and wayfinding
Clear signs to the department, with embossed letters on signs.
Hearing Impairments
Induction loops
Induction loop available on request.
Specific Learning Difficulties and Mental Health Issues
Arrangements for members with Specific Learning Difficulties are on an individual basis, in conjunction with the Accessibility and Disability Resource Centre. Discuss your needs with the Disability Liaison Officer.
The information on this page is the responsibility of the Department of Politics and International Studies. The ADRC updates information as it is recevied from the Department. This page was last updated on 17th May 2017. To ensure the information contained here is current, please check with the Department of Politics and International Studies.