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Student Disability & WellbeingPart of Student ServicesDisability support

Types of support

There are a variety of support options available for students with disabilities, mental health conditions and long-term health conditions. Some of the following are examples of support are available through recommendation only. 

Additional Exam Recommendations (AERs)

Students with a disability or long-term health condition may be eligible to receive Additional Exam Recommendations (AERs) such as extra time, rest breaks and/or smaller exam rooms

Assistive Technology

Find out about the software and equipment available and where to find it across the university sites

Inclusive Support Ambassadors

Our Inclusive Support Ambassadors (ISAs) are trained UoS students who assist current students to overcome barriers and thrive at university.

Learning support

We can help to co-ordinate the provision of your non-medical helper, note-taker, examination or study support assistant

Mentoring

Mentoring is available to support students to help manage their studies alongside their disability, mental health condition and long-term health condition

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