Disabled Students Allowance (DSA) funding is available to support students with disabilities studying in Higher Education.  In this context 'disability' can cover a range of difficulties and conditions, including:

• Attention Deficit Disorder
• Dyslexia
• Dyspraxia
• Epilepsy
• Depression
• Anxiety
• An Autistic Spectrum disorder
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
• Mobility difficulties
• A visual or hearing impairment
• A Spinal injury
• Enduring mental health problems
• Cerebral Palsy
• MS

DSA could help by providing you with:

• A financial contribution towards a computer or assistive software
• Weekly sessions with a mentor to assist with stress management and prioritisation of academic work
• A way to audio record the lectures and seminars to ensure you have all the information
• Travel allowance to enable quick travel home when necessary, or to enable you to attend University during periods of illness
• Advice and guidance on how to adjust resources to suit your learning needs
• Ergonomic equipment such as an adapted mouse or keyboard
• A supportive chair to reduce pain when sitting and studying for long periods of time
• Support in the library to enable you to access books and photocopy or print
• A note taker if appropriate to ensure you have a full set of notes from lectures
• Voice recognition software to allow you to type your assignments without needing to use a keyboard

The support package you receive through DSA is based on your particular needs and course requirements, so is tailor made for you.