University
In the UK, there is a robust support system in place to ensure that students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) receive the necessary support while attending university. Universities have dedicated disability support teams that work closely with students to identify their specific needs and develop tailored support plans. These support plans may include accommodations such as extra time for exams, assistive technology, note-taking support, accessible course materials, and disability-specific mentoring. Additionally, universities often provide disability advice and guidance, counseling services, and accessibility provisions on campus to create an inclusive learning environment. With these comprehensive support measures in place, students with SEND in the UK can pursue their higher education goals and thrive academically, ensuring equal opportunities for success.
Edge Hill University
At Edge Hill University, we are dedicated to providing a comprehensive support for students with additional needs and disabilities to ensure their successful transition into university life. The university's dedicated SpLD Support Team offers a range of specialist services designed to meet individual needs. These services include pre-entry advice and guidance, tailored support plans, assistive technology, and accessible accommodation options. Moreover, our team works closely with academic staff to provide additional support during lectures, tutorials, and assessments. Our commitment to inclusivity extends beyond the academic sphere, as we offer disability-focused social events and regular welfare checks to ensure students are fully integrated into university life. Edge Hill University is committed to empowering students with disabilities to reach their full academic potential and thrive both academically and personally throughout their time with us.
SpLD Support team
The SpLD Support team support students at the University who have a wish to explore any challenges related to Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia and ADHD.
The team offers two pathways for SpLD students to access support and technologies that may be helpful in developing study skills strategies and mitigating the impact of any challenges. If you would like to learn more, please book a welcome appointment and one of the team will meet with you and explain the support available at the University.
Students who have any other conditions can access a range of support from our colleagues in the Inclusion team and some useful information is available on the Inclusion Team webpages.
For Needs Assessors information on the rates we charge for support is available on our dedicated NMH Rates webpage.
Supplementary support for all disabled students at the University to develop independent strategies around study skills and assistive technologies is available in a group and one to setting.
Liverpool John Moores
Liverpool John Moores University is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for individuals with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The university has a dedicated Disability Advice Team, which works closely with students to identify their specific needs and develop personalised support plans. These plans may include adjustments in teaching methods, extra time during exams, accessible learning materials, and assistive technology. The university also offers a range of support services, such as mentorship programs, study skills workshops, and counseling services, to ensure that students with SEND have the necessary resources to succeed academically and personally. In addition, Liverpool John Moores University actively collaborates with local agencies and external organisations to ensure that students with SEND have access to a wide range of support networks and opportunities.
LJMU Disability Advice and Guidance Team
You may not need support, but if you do there are a number of ways we can help.
As a student with a disability there is a huge variety of services and support available to you.
The Disability Advice Team will help you access the support you need. The best time to contact the Disability Advice Team is before you start your course. By contacting the team before you begin and disclosing your disability, you'll be able to receive support from when you arrive.
To let the team know that you have a disability, please contact us - we'll be happy to help:
Email: disability@ljmu.ac.uk
Telephone: 0151 231 3168
Liverpool Hope University
Liverpool Hope University is committed to providing inclusive and supportive environments for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The university acknowledges the unique challenges that students with SEND may face and offers a wide range of support services to ensure their success. The Student Support and Wellbeing team works closely with students, providing tailored support plans and access arrangements to accommodate specific needs. Academic staff are also trained in inclusive teaching practices and are dedicated to creating an inclusive learning experience. Additionally, the university offers assistive technology, study skills workshops, and mentorship programs to empower students with SEND to maximize their potential and fully engage in university life. Liverpool Hope University truly fosters an inclusive educational environment for all students, ensuring that those with SEND are fully supported to achieve their academic and personal goals.
Liverpool Hope Learning Support Team
The Learning Support Team are the main point of contact within the University for both prospective and current disabled students. This includes those with specific learning differences, mobility difficulties, long-standing health conditions, mental health difficulties, autistic spectrum conditions and sensory difficulties.
The role of the team is to provide you with information, advice and assistance relating to the help and resources available to you, both within the University and from external agencies. Learning Support Advisers will help guide you through any necessary processes and assessments that will help identify your individual needs and any potential barriers to your learning. Learning Support Advisers also liaise with academic staff and other university services to ensure that appropriate help is available to you.
The Learning Support Team assists disabled students as defined by the Equality Act 2010. You may be able to access assistance even if you do not consider yourself as disabled, provided you meet the definition of disability under the Equality Act. The act states that a person has a disability if:
they have a physical or mental impairment
the impairment has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on their ability to perform normal day-to-day activities
Contact us
Tel: 0151 291 3427
Email: sdw@hope.ac.uk
University of Liverpool
The University of Liverpool is committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), to access university education. They have implemented various initiatives and support services to ensure inclusivity and enable a smooth transition into university life. The university offers tailored support for students with SEND, including academic accommodations, assistive technology, and accessibility adjustments in both physical and virtual learning environments. Moreover, they have a dedicated Disability Advice and Guidance team that works closely with students, providing individualised support plans and coordinating with relevant academic departments. The university also promotes an inclusive and accessible campus through the provision of accessible facilities, such as accessible accommodations, study spaces, and social areas. With their comprehensive support and commitment to inclusivity, the University of Liverpool ensures that students with SEND have equal opportunities to pursue higher education and reach their full potential.
Disability Advice and Guidance Team
We are here to help you succeed.
The Disability Advice and Guidance team supports both prospective and current students with a variety of differing needs. We identify and recommend appropriate support provisions for disabled students, as well as assisting those who think they may have a disability.
Visit their website for more information about the support available for students with SEND at University of Liverpool
Speak to our Disability coaches
Drop-In: 11am-3pm during term time (Alsop building)
disteam@liverpool.ac.uk
Thinking of University?
Every year, over 60,000 students with physical and/or mental health conditions and learning differences apply through UCAS to study at a university or college in the UK, and access a range of support to help them succeed with their studies, day-to-day activities, travel, and lifestyle.