Accessibility

As the Bielefeld university campus continues to expand, it may become more difficult to find your way around. Added to this are numerous barriers such as stairs, steep ramps and doors, some with automatic opening mechanisms and others without. This can be a particular challenge when moving between lectures or appointments.

The Accessibility Services (ZAB) offer UniMaps, an app that can help with many of these challenges. UniMaps provides step-by-step navigation to any room on campus. The navigation can be tailored to your individual needs. For example, you can avoid stairs, lifts and crowds.

UniMaps also offers a number of other features relating to Bielefeld University. For instance, you can use quick navigation to find the nearest toilet (accessible, all-gender, etc.), the nearest train station or the nearest unicard validation machine.

As well as navigation, the app allows users to access information on the Studierendenwerk’s catering facilities and train departure times in a way that is accessible to all and optimised for screen readers.

UniMaps demonstrates how specialised apps designed for small target groups can create added value for everyone.

The app is available on the Play Store for Android and on the App Store for iOS. Further information can be found on the ZAB’s UniMaps website.