Support for Disabled
Postgraduate Students:
2012/13
Academic Support
www.nottingham.ac.uk/studentservices/supportforyourstudies/academicsupport
Academic Support comprises Dyslexia Support and Study Support
Study Support
Provides support for all students to develop their learning strategies via one-to-one
sessions, group workshops and occasional drop-in sessions in Hallward library.
Dyslexia Support
Provides individual specialist support for students with dyslexia, dyspraxia and other
Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLDs). They can discuss appropriate adjustments such
as Alternative Examination Arrangements (e.g. extra time and rest breaks) and
support workers (e.g. notetakers and mentors). In addition they provide advice on
applying for Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) and offer screening and formal
assessment for students who feel they may have dyslexia, dyspraxia or dyscalculia.
Disability Support
www.nottingham.ac.uk/studentservices/supportforyourstudies/disabilitysupport/
Provides support for students who are disabled or have a long-term medical
conditions or poor mental health. This may include: alternative examination
arrangements (e.g. extra time and rest breaks), support workers (e.g. notetakers and
mentors), accessible transport around campus and Disabled Students' Allowance
(DSA).
A dedicated Disability Adviser for Postgraduate Students,
Emma Rowlett, is available at University Park and is based in
the Graduate School, Highfield House. Other members of the
Disability Team also visit Jubilee and Sutton Bonington
Campuses.
In addition to providing one-to-one support, Emma organises
workshops and events throughout the year, and has a
Facebook Page and Twitter feed. You can find out more here:
Dr Emma Rowlett
Disability Adviser for www.nottingham.ac.uk/graduateschool/contactsandsupport/dis
Postgraduate
abilityadviserforpostgraduatestudents
Students
Disabled Students' Allowance
Most 'home' postgraduate students are eligible to apply for Disabled Students’
Allowance (DSA) which is designed to meet additional course related costs that arise
as a direct result of a disability, long-term medical condition, poor mental health or
SpLD.
The application process varies according to how each student is funded:
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Self-funded students:
www.direct.gov.uk/en/DisabledPeople/EducationAndTraining/HigherEducation/D
G_10034898
Students with an NHS Student Bursary:
http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/Students/Documents/Students/FAQ_12_0612.pdf
Students with a Postgraduate NHS Social Work Bursary:
http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/Students/Documents/Students/SWB_DSA_FORM_12
-13_v3.pdf
Students who are Research Council funded, or are classed as EU or
International students, should contact Emma Rowlett for specific advice:
emma.rowlett@nottingham.ac.uk.
How to make an appointment
To make an appointment to see a member of Academic Support or Disability Support
please visit a Student Services Centre or:
Phone:
0115 9513710
Email:
dyslexia-support@nottingham.ac.uk
or disability-support@nottingham.ac.uk
Further sources of information and support
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Chaplaincy and Faith Support: www.nottingham.ac.uk/chaplaincy
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Disability Sport Officer, Hannah Webber:
www.nottingham.ac.uk/sport/getinvolved/disabilitysport
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The Graduate School/Centres: www.nottingham.ac.uk/graduateschool
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PGSA – Postgraduate Students’ Association:
www.su.nottingham.ac.uk/getinvolved/network/PGSA
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SARC - Student Advice & Representation Centre:
www.su.nottingham.ac.uk/helpadvice/advicecentre
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The University Counselling Service: www.nottingham.ac.uk/counselling
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Vitae/Premia - making research education accessible:
www.vitae.ac.uk/policy-practice/187791/About-Premia.html