Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

North-West University is committed to ensuring the NWU Registrar platform is accessible to all users, including people with disabilities. We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level.

Accessibility Features

• Semantic HTML with proper heading hierarchy
• Keyboard-navigable forms and interactive elements
• Colour contrast ratios meeting WCAG AA standards
• Descriptive link text and ARIA labels where appropriate
• Responsive design for various screen sizes and zoom levels
• Focus indicators on interactive elements

Known Limitations

Some PDF documents generated by the platform may not be fully accessible. Users requiring alternative formats are encouraged to contact us.

Assistive Technology

This platform has been tested with common screen readers (NVDA, VoiceOver) and is compatible with browser-based text resizing and high-contrast modes.

Feedback

If you experience an accessibility barrier or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

• Email: accessibility@nwu.ac.za
• Phone: +27 (0)18 299 1111

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