The largest percentage of students in HE, who have been identified with a disability, fall under the umbrella term, SpLD. Neurodiversity, being the intrinsic cause of SpLDs, means that the conditions are varied and each person with an SpLD has a unique profile. However, there is some generic support that may be beneficial for all students.
Examples of student attributes
- Creative thought.
- Good at making connections.
- Innovative.
- Empathetic.
Examples of student challenges
- Processing information quickly.
- Writing legibly.
- Takes time when reading.
- Organisational difficulties.
- Working memory.
