Managing with academic work

The campuses

Making friends and disclosing your disability

Joining the University

Make sure you know what you need when you come to register e.g. self-identification documents. If you have this all ready when you register, you can complete it there and then and not have to come back another time.

If you find standing in queues difficult because of your disability, let Student Wellbeing know and they can fast track you for registration.

If you like busy environments go to the Freshers Fair as there is lots of interesting information and such a diverse range of people.  It is like a little but very busy village!

Be prepared to be in a busy environment on campus. For example, going from a small sixth form to a place where there are 1000s of people can be a bit daunting but also exciting!

Support from Student Wellbeing

It can be helpful to speak to Student Wellbeing before you start studying at the University.  This is really reassuring as you know who your contact is going to be and the type of support that can be put in place and also start to get some strategies in place for managing at uni.

Get a Study Needs Agreement from Student Wellbeing.  It is vital as it gives you the support you need e.g. extra time in exams and tests.

Student Wellbeing are fantastic and are always available.

There is such a range of services available from Student Wellbeing.

They can really prop you up when you need it and give you confidence and a stronger foundation to work from.

If you are eligible for Disabled Students’ Allowance try to get this sorted before you start at uni.  The assessment is really helpful to think through the support you will get and coping strategies.  It puts your mind at rest.