Disability Service

The Disability Service supports disabled students to experience in full what the University has to offer.

We provide study support for students: 

• With mental health difficulties 
• With dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia and dysgraphia 
• Who are autistic, have ADHD, or are neurodivergent 
• With long-term health conditions 
• Who are deaf/ hearing impaired, or blind/ visually impaired 
• Who have a mobility impairment, such as wheelchair users

This isn’t a full list – if you have an ongoing condition that affects your studies, we’ll support you or connect you with services that can help.

Support is available even if your condition fluctuates. You don’t need to be unwell all the time to receive support.

You may identify as disabled – or may not feel this term applies to you. Either way, we are here to ensure you are supported. 

If you're not sure the Disability Service is for you, contact us using the information at the bottom of this page. Or check the support available to all students.

The Disability Service works closely with the University's Colleges, Schools, academic departments, Student Support Officers, Advisers of Study and Disability Coordinators to ensure disabled students receive the support that’s right for them. 

The Disability Service can arrange for changes (called reasonable adjustments) to how disabled students are taught and assessed. This could include receiving learning materials in an alternative format (such as large print or electronically) or having extra time in exams. 

For some students, we can organise for you to have regular one-to-one support with a study skills tutor or mentor. Registering with the Disability Service means we can work with you to understand your needs and get you supported. 

An injury or temporary condition is something you do not expect to last a year or more. For example, if you:

• have a broken a bone or injured your hand
• have a temporary illness (like a cold)
• are planning or recovering from surgery

you should contact your Adviser of Studies and/or Course Coordinator to discuss the impact of your injury or temporary condition and what support can be offered. Where you may need an extended break to recover, your Adviser of Studies, Course Coordinator or Student Support Officer may encourage you to consider an Interruption of Studies.

If your injury or illness carries on beyond the expected recovery time, is especially severe in nature, and/or is likely to have continued lasting effects, complete a Study Support Request so that we can advise you further. Or, if you are uncertain how to get help, or if the Disability Service is for you, come to one of our daily drop-ins.