We aim to provide relevant services and support to ensure students and staff with any alternative access needs have equitable access to Library resources.
Read&Write software and Microsoft Office 365 accessibility features can assist students with reading and writing.
Read&Write is a toolbar that assists with reading, writing, research and revision.
Download and install Read&Write
Sign in using your Torrens University email address (choose Microsoft sign in).
Note: For eBook platforms, such as ProQuest eBook Central, you may need to turn "Text Only" mode on for better compatibility with Read&Write.
The Microsoft software that you have access to through your enrolment with Torrens also features some accessibility tools. The links below contain guides on these accessibility tools:
Many databases have built-in accessibility features.
Some eBooks and full text articles are available in HTML or EPUB format, which allow the user to enlarge and reflow the text. Text to audio options may also be available.
The links below provide further information about accessibility options for some of the major eBook and library database platforms:
eBook Accessibility Guides
Database Accessibility Guides
Visit the HUB Accessibility Support page.
Contact the Accessibility Advisor, email accessibilityservices@torrens.edu.au.