CRIT Accessibility statement

This website is run by the University of Cambridge and this accessibility statement applies to https://bioinfotraining.bio.cam.ac.uk . 

This website is published using the Cambridge Web Platform. The Cambridge Web Platform Accessibility Statement contains information about the accessibility of features common to platform websites. 

We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website. For example, that means you should be able to: 

change colours, contrast levels and fonts 

  • zoom in up to 300% without the text spilling off the screen 
  • navigate most of the website using just a keyboard 
  • navigate most of the website using speech recognition software 
  • listen to most of the website using a screen reader 

AbilityNet has advice on making your device easier to use if you have a disability. 

How accessible this website is 

All pages should comply with WCAG 2.1 Level AA and where possible comply with WCAG 2.2 Level AA. 

We know some parts of this website may not be fully accessible yet. 

  • some text, links and buttons have poor colour contrast
  • some tables are difficult to understand for screen readers 
  • some buttons cannot be interpreted by assistive technology
  • some elements are not keyboard accessible
  • we are aware some of the heading hierarchy is inconsistent in areas beyond our direct control

Please note that some parts of the website are not under the control of CRIT, but are managed by the University Information Services Cambridge Web Platform.

Requesting information in a different format 

If you need information on this website in a different format, email bioinfotraining@bio.cam.ac.uk . We’ll consider your request and get back to you in 5 business days. 

Creating alternative format documents

If you are a student or member of staff with a disability, you can convert inaccessible files with SensusAccess software. It converts documents, text or files into an e-book, text file, audio or braille. You can also use this service if you support someone in the University with a disability.

Reporting accessibility problems with this website 

We’re always looking to improve the accessibility of this website. If you find any problems not listed on this page email accessibility@cam.ac.uk and give details of the URLs and the problems you encountered. 

Enforcement procedure 

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is responsible for enforcing the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018/2022 (the ‘accessibility regulations’). If you’re not happy with how we respond to your complaint, contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS) (link opens in a new window). 

Technical information about this website’s accessibility 

The Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018/2022 (the ‘accessibility regulations’) do not apply to the University of Cambridge. However, the University of Cambridge is committed to making its websites and mobile applications accessible and in this regard to complying voluntarily with the accessibility regulations. This accessibility statement is published in that context. 

Compliance status 

This website is parrtially compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines version 2.2, due to the following non-compliances.

Non-accessible content 

The content listed is non-accessible for the following reasons.

Non-compliance with the accessibility regulations 

Some text, links and buttons have poor colour contrast. This fails WCAG2.1 success criterion 1.4.3 (Contrast – minimum)

Some URL link text does not describe its purpose or destination. This means that it is not always clear where a link will take the user. This fails WCAG2.1 success criterion 2.4.4 (Link purpose)

Some form controls and inputs do not have labels. This means that it is not always clear what the purpose of the field is. This fails WCAG2.1 success criterion 2.4.6 (Headings and labels)

What we’re doing to improve accessibility 

We tested our website on 15 September 2026. We’ll continue to address the accessibility issues identified in this accessibility statement. We’ll report issues beyond our control to Cambridge Web Platform to consider. As we implement changes, we’ll review and retest the accessibility of this website. 

Preparation of this accessibility statement 

We have listed all known accessibility issues in this statement. 

We tested this website in 2026 using WAVE Evaluation Tool. 

This statement was prepared on 8 September 2026. It was last reviewed on 15 September 2026.