Accessibility and wellbeing support

Getting support if you have a disability including Specific Learning Difference, autism, physical or sensory disabilities, long-term health conditions or mental health condition.

Within the Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity Service (SWIS) we have a team of experienced specialists to support you in reaching your academic potential. If you have any of the conditions above, you can register with our service. 

To register with SWIS you will need to provide supporting evidence and give your consent to us sharing some information with the relevant departments. If you are a new student with complex needs, it is never too early to contact us for advice and information so that we can prepare for your arrival.

Academic and learning support

Academic and learning support overview

Find out what academic and learning support you can access during your studies.

Apprentice Learning Support

As an apprenticeship provider we are committed to supporting you in achieving the best results and enabling you to progress in your career.

Departmental Disability Liaison Officers (DDLO)

Your Departmental Disability Liaison Officer can help make sure that the Disability Service know about any adjustments you need.

Exam and coursework support for disabled students

If you have a disability there is support available to help with taking exams or completing coursework.

Support for specific needs

Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder (ADD/ADHD)

Guidance on support and getting help if you are waiting for assessment.

Dyslexia and Specific Learning Differences (SpLD)

Advice and support for students with Specific Learning Differences (SpLD) such as dyslexia and dyspraxia.

Physical, hearing, or visual impairment

Find out about support if you have a physical, mobility, visual or hearing impairment.

Personal care and accommodation adaptations

Guidance on personal care and individual adaptations to accommodation.

Disabled Students' Allowance and other grants

Disabled Students' Allowances and other grants

You may be eligible to apply to your funding body for a Disabled Students' Allowances (DSA) grant.

Accommodation and parking

Individual needs accommodation and parking

If you have individual accommodation requirements you can discuss your needs with our team in more detail.

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Accessibility advisers (disability)  If you need any further help and advice, please contact our advisers who will be happy to assist you.
Wellbeing advisers (mental health) If you need any further help and advice, please contact our advisers who will be happy to assist you.