Last Updated: February 04, 2026

Our Commitment to Accessibility

The University of Cape Coast (UCC) is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure equal access to information and functionality.

Accessibility Standards

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and more user-friendly for everyone.

Measures to Support Accessibility

UCC takes the following measures to ensure accessibility of our digital services:

• Include accessibility as part of our mission statement
• Integrate accessibility into our procurement practices
• Provide continual accessibility training for our staff
• Assign clear accessibility goals and responsibilities
• Employ formal accessibility quality assurance methods
• Conduct regular accessibility audits and testing

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Navigation and Structure

• Logical page structure and headings
• Skip navigation links for keyboard users
• Consistent navigation across pages
• Breadcrumb navigation for orientation
• Clear and descriptive page titles

Visual Design

• Sufficient color contrast ratios
• Text resizing without loss of functionality
• Responsive design for various screen sizes
• No reliance on color alone to convey information
• Clear focus indicators for interactive elements

Content

• Alternative text for images and graphics
• Captions and transcripts for multimedia content
• Clear and simple language
• Properly labeled form fields
• Descriptive link text

Keyboard and Assistive Technology

• Full keyboard navigation support
• Compatible with screen readers
• ARIA landmarks and labels
• No keyboard traps
• Accessible forms with clear error messages

Assistive Technologies

Our website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:

• Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
• Screen magnification software
• Speech recognition software
• Alternative input devices
• Browser accessibility features

Technical Specifications

Accessibility of our website relies on the following technologies to work with your web browser and any assistive technologies or plugins installed on your computer:

• HTML5
• WAI-ARIA
• CSS
• JavaScript

These technologies are relied upon for conformance with the accessibility standards used.

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility, there may be some limitations. We are aware of the following limitations and are working to address them:

• Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible (we are working to remediate these)
• Third-party content and plugins may not meet all accessibility standards
• Some multimedia content may lack captions or transcripts (being added progressively)
• Legacy systems may have accessibility barriers (being upgraded)

Physical Campus Accessibility

Beyond digital accessibility, UCC is committed to physical accessibility on campus:

• Wheelchair-accessible buildings and facilities
• Reserved parking spaces for persons with disabilities
• Accessible restrooms
• Elevators and ramps where needed
• Sign language interpreters available upon request
• Assistive listening devices in lecture halls

Feedback and Assistance

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website and services. If you encounter accessibility barriers or need assistance, please let us know:

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days.

Alternative Formats

If you need information from our website in an alternative format, please contact us. We can provide content in:

• Large print
• Audio format
• Braille
• Accessible electronic formats
• Other formats upon request

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concerns, you may file a formal complaint:

1. Contact our Accessibility Coordinator in writing
2. Provide details of the accessibility barrier encountered
3. Include any supporting documentation
4. We will investigate and respond within 15 business days

Ongoing Efforts

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We are committed to:

• Regular accessibility audits and testing
• Training staff on accessibility best practices
• Updating content to meet current standards
• Incorporating user feedback into improvements
• Staying informed about accessibility developments

Assessment and Certification

This accessibility statement was last reviewed on February 04, 2026. Our website is evaluated using:

• Automated accessibility testing tools
• Manual testing by accessibility experts
• User testing with persons with disabilities
• Browser compatibility testing
• Assistive technology compatibility testing