SensusAccess is an online tool that lets you convert PDFs, JPGs and other files into another format such as text, e-book, audio, braille and more.  

Check the Moodle module for scans of reading list items in the course files. Documents in Moodle can be downloaded in a range of accessible formats.  

Requesting alternative formats:

• Students: request alternative formats for learning

1. Use our software finder to find recommended accessibility tools and apps
2. Seek out the accessibility features built into your laptop and phone, and in the software and apps you use every day. 

For example, Microsoft Office Immersive Reader is available in Word, PowerPoint, Teams and more. It lets you hear text read aloud, customise the appearance of documents and much more. Other examples:

• Text-to-speech tools in Apple’s OSX
• Windows accessibility
• Device accessibility advice: My Computer My Way

You can change a setting in Outlook to tell senders that you prefer emails sent to you to meet accessibility standards. Here's how to switch that on.

1. Log into email at outlook.office.com and select Settings (a cog icon)
   
2. Select All Outlook Settings
3. In left hand column click General
4. Select Accessibility settings
5. Select Ask senders to send content that's accessible checkbox.

Anytime you make a copy of someone else's work, you need to check you're not breaching copyright restrictions. There's provision within copyright law for making full text copies of works if it's for someone with a print disability.

For more help and advice, please email the Accessible Information Team