We welcome disabled students, including those with learning difficulties such as dyslexia, and are working to make all our courses accessible.
Disability and Learning Support Service
There is wide range of support and services available to disabled students so they can participate fully in University life.
The Disability and Learning support Service supports students with dyslexia, mental health issues and students on the autistic spectrum, as well as those who have physical and sensory impairments. They can also support students who have temporary health issues affecting their ability to study.
Any student with a disability is strongly advised to contact the Disability and Learning Support Service. It should be noted that adjustments from previous education do not pass on automatically
An advisor will be happy to meet with you to:
Discuss possible adjustments and specific examination arrangements
Give you advice on technology and personal assistance such as note-takers, proof-readers or dyslexia tutors
Assist you with an application for Disabled Students' Allowance
Help with Studies
The advisor can prepare a Schedule of Adjustments for your courses, which outlines recommended adjustments so that academic and administrative staff can put these in place for your teaching. In some cases these adjustments can include a Named Contact to support you through your studies.
Evidence of Disability
You will be expected to provide the Disability and Learning Support Service with evidence of disability – either a letter from your GP or specialist, or evidence of specific learning difficulty.
For dyslexia or dyspraxia this evidence must be from a recent Chartered Educational Psychologist's assessment. If you do not have this, the Disability and Learning Support Service will make the arrangements.
