Sensory Guide: United College
The United College teaching spaces at the University of St Andrews contain five lecture theatres used for lectures and society events, as well as larger areas like the Lower & Upper College Halls for social gatherings and Open Days.
This sensory guide highlights key sensory aspects of the teaching spaces to support comfortable navigation and use.
United College is located on North Street, St Andrews.
General Environment
Visual 👁
- Good signage with plaques in front of entrances
- Large open green space in front
Audio 👂
- Can be loud and crowded due to high foot traffic during the day
- Big doorways with heavy doors (mostly propped open)
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Heavy doors
- Spacious circulation areas
School I
Visual 👁
- Large windows provide natural light
- Various lighting fixtures for adjustable light levels
- Blackout curtains available
Audio 👂
- Cushioned seats help absorb some sound
- Close seating may increase perception of sound from neighbours
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Cushioned seats, close together
School II
Visual 👁
- Large windows provide natural light
- Bright white lighting
- Blackout curtains available
Audio 👂
- Cushioned seats help reduce sharp noise
- Seats positioned closely
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Cushioned seats, close together
School III
Visual 👁
- Large windows with blackout curtains available
- Soft, comfortable lighting
Audio 👂
- Loud, heavy, creaky doors
- Cushioned seats help reduce ambient noise
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Cushioned seats, close together
School V
Visual 👁
- Comfortable, soft lighting
- Windows provide natural light with blackout curtain options
Audio 👂
- Cushioned but very firm seating
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Seats positioned closely together
School VI
Visual 👁
- Soft yellow lighting
Audio 👂
- Cushioned but very firm seating
Touch & Personal Space ✋
- Seats close together
- Only one entrance at the front of the class
Address:
United College
North Street
St Andrews