Disability Support
We have considerable experience in supporting students with a range of disabilities including sensory impairment, neuro-diverse conditions, mental health difficulties, long-term illness and access requirements. If you are considering studying with us, we would like to know how we can best support you through your application, audition, and study. Email James Hitchins, Head of Student Services & Accessibility, to discuss any queries or requirements you may have.
New Students
Before you begin your studies with us, please complete the following form so we can best understand how we can support you.
Disability Provision
Support
- One-to-one support
- Help claiming benefits
- Dyslexia support
- On-site needs assessments
Access
- Traffic-free sites, automatic doors
- Lifts with spoken announcements
- Accessible accommodation
- Wheelchair accessible local transport
- Flexible timetabling
Assessments
- Extra time for some assessments
- Accessible assessment methods
- Reasonable adjustments to accommodate needs
- Disability Awareness
- Disability awareness training for staff
- Confidential disclosure process
- Written guidance for staff
Library
- Braille technology
- Adjustable workstation
- Specialist dyslexia software on all computers
- Loan extensions
- Proxy borrowing
- Access to eBooks via RNIB Bookstore
Disabled Students’ Allowance
As a higher education student living in England, you can apply for a Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) if you have a:
- disability
- long-term health condition
- mental health condition
- specific learning difference such as dyslexia
Below is a link to the form you will need to complete to apply for DSA, these are specific to your funding body:
International Disabled Students
There may be some funding which is specific to your country, it is worth getting in touch to check whether your country has any specific schemes in place.
Contact Details
James Hitchins
Head of Student Services & Accessibility
j.hitchins@trinitylaban.ac.uk