Introducing disability support

Accessing support or adjustments at university can be a little different to school or college. The language and terminology is different, but support is still available for you.

If you had been identified as having 'Special Educational Needs (SEN)' or 'Additional Needs' - or, if you need support for a disability, learning difference, long-term medical condition or mental health condition - the following pages will help you to access the support and adjustments you need.

School vs University

Support in school vs university

Understand the key differences between accessing support at University compared to when you were at school or college.

Supporting documentation

What documentation do I need?

You will need to provide some supporting documentation about your disability. Find out more here.

What your support will look like

What your support will look like

An explaination of the recommended adjustments you'll recieve, and how you'll be independent from any parents, carers or supporters.

Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) for UK students

Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) for UK students

Information about DSAs for UK students, how they are accessed and how to apply.

Understanding the terminology

Understanding the terminology

At a glance guide to terminology differences plus support roles at the University.

Additional resources

Additional resources

Useful links to key external organisations providing disability support.