Interactive map of the campuses

University has an interactive map which you can use to find where a particular location is (for example a lecture theatre, seminar room, or common learning space).

Link to the interactive map: UoS Campus Maps (soton.ac.uk)

AccessAble map of the university

University of Southampton is also included on the ‘AccessAble’ website, where you will be able to find information about accessibility buildings.

Link to the AccessAble map: University of Southampton | AccessAble

University of Southampton has quiet spaces, which are sometimes called ‘Wellbeing Rooms’.

These spaces can be used by students looking for a private space to recover from a difficult situation, somewhere they can calm themselves down or a space they can feel safe in and not exposed. These rooms have often been co-designed by the students, including the choice of colours and furnishings. These are usually accessible via either card or key access. 

The list below will be updated once more spaces become available to students.

Student Wellbeing Room in Building 85 Life Sciences, Level 2, Highfield Campus

How do you access it? 

Access is by asking for the access card Monday to Friday 08.45 to 16.45 from B85 reception no questions asked  

Easy wheelchair access  

Room used on a first come, first serve basis, room cannot be booked  

What’s inside? 

Sofa, two chairs and a coffee table  

Weighted blanket, colouring books and pencils, fidget toys (donations for these always welcome)  

For safeguarding relevant staff have access and security check the room at 18.00  

Student Wellbeing Room in building 28 Music, level 2, Highfield Campus 

How do you access it? 

Access by stairs, or by lift 

Open to all (no key or card access required) 

Single occupancy room 

When using room, place sign on the door to ensure you are not disturbed 

What’s inside? 

Comfy seating (sofa, cushions, stool) 

Table with books and leaflets, tissues 

Floor lamp, fan, radiator 

Posters encouraging meditation, with breathing exercises and mindfulness tips 

Do not disturb sign for the door 

Wellbeing Room in building 44 (Shackleton building) Geography, Environmental Science & Psychology, level 3, Highfield Campus

How do you access it?

Access by stairs, or by lift 

Accessible for staff & students studying/working in building 44, access by key from B44 FOS office on level 3 Monday to Friday 08.45 to 16.45 

Single occupancy room 

FOS team and security have additional key 

What’s inside? 

Sofa, two chairs and a coffee table 

Weighted blanket, colouring books and pencils, books, plants fidget toys (donations for these always welcome) 

Natural light 

The Sensory Room is a designated self-designed sensory space for students who benefit
from making time in their day to for sensory self-care so they can enjoy and engage in
their university day. It is located in Building 67, Room 2015.
The space contains a variety of sensory items that you can choose from to create your
own sensory experience, designed to give you just what you need in that moment. For
example, you could simply turn on the warm salt lamp and snuggle in the double fluffy
bean bag. Or you could turn on the bubble tube, night stars and fibre optics lights and rock
gently on the rocking chair. Your choice. Your senses. Your sensory room.

Sensory Room Use Guidelines

Prior to Using the Sensory Room
• Before setting up the Sensory Room to your personal taste, please read the
‘instructions of use’/disclaimer on the door/wall.
On arrival to the Sensory Room
• Please do not bring food or hot drinks into the Sensory Room.
• Sealed water bottles can be brought in the Sensory Room.
• Hand sanitiser and cleaning products will be available for student use.
• A layout map of the room can also be seen in the image above.
• Please store your bags/coats in the storage areas and on the hooks provided.
• Please remove your shoes and place to one side.
• You are welcome to open the windows if you would like fresh air, however, this will
reduce the impact of the lighting in the room. Your room, your choice.
During your time in the Sensory Room To respect other users, we ask that you please:
• Keep noise to a minimum (playing gentle music is fine).
• Be mindful that others can hear conversations.
• Avoid taking private phone calls or online meetings.

On leaving the Sensory Room

• Please keep the space clean and tidy after use, removing any rubbish with you.
• Please ensure that all the electrical equipment is turned off at the wall.
• We politely request that you begin to pack up your belongings 5 minutes before the
end of your booked session for minimal disruption for the next booked session.
• If the room is found to be left untidy of with broken items, you will not be granted
access to the room in future.

Should you wish to provide feedback on how the Sensory Room can be improved
here are a few ways you can contact:
– Scan the QR code found on the wall of the Sensory Room
– Complete the feedback form
– There will be a Suggestions box in the Sensory Room should you wish to
provide helpful feedback on how the Sensory Room can be improved.
– You can contact the lecturer responsible for setting the Sensory Room up via
email to discuss your ideas: f.free@soton.ac.uk
– You can email studenthub@soton.ac.uk using the subject line Student
Disability and Inclusion Sensory Room

Other key information

In case of an emergency evacuation: please leave the building via the safest and
quickest route (this is shown on the fire safety information in the Sensory