Transition Programme

The Transition Programme is for students starting at the University of Southampton in the new academic year who have a disability, long-term health condition, mental health condition or a specific learning difference.

The core element of our Transition Programme is the appointment with the Specialist Practitioner. This is an opportunity to discuss your needs and how we can support you. 

As part of our Transition Programme 2022, we are offering a series of bespoke activities during the Welcome period to support students with a disability, neurodivergent condition or long-term health condition. These optional activities are designed to support with the transition to life at the University of Southampton.  If you are interested in attending these activities, detailed information and booking links will be sent to you when you book your appointment with a specialist practitioner.

Enhanced activities include: 

• Early bird quiet access to the Welcome Zone.
• Walking tours of Highfield campus' main support facilities.
• Walking tours from Highfield Campus to Avenue Campus .
• Public Transport Orientation sessions.
• A variety of workshops designed to aid with the transition to University life.
• Understanding the Disabled Students’ Allowance workshop.

The meeting point for every Transition Activity will be at Building 37; The Student Hub. Please scroll to the bottom of this page for maps, directions to the meeting point and other helpful resources for the activities.

Please be aware that places for these activities will be limited and offered on a first come, first served basis to students who have booked a Student Support Appointment (SSA) as part of the Student Disability and Inclusion Transition Programme 2022.

Parents, Guardians and Supporters

We offer the opportunity for parents, guardians or supporters to have a brief chat with one of our team to answer any general queries, questions or concerns they may have regarding student support, before you start your course.

If your parent, guardian or supporter is interested in attending a session, we will send you dates, times and booking links upon booking your appointment with us.

In addition, as part of our Transition Programme 2022, please take the time to review the wealth of support available throughout your studies in the blue boxes below: