The University of Birmingham strives to be an inclusive learning community. Whatever your disability, mental health  or learning support needs, we’re here to help make sure you that you can access appropriate support to take advantage of the student university experience.

A disabled person as defined by law is someone who has a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on his or her ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. This may include students with a:

• Specific learning difficulty such as dyslexia, dyspraxia or dyscalculia
• Mental health condition
• Sensory Impairment
• Mobility impairment
• Long term health condition
• Other unseen condition

Further Information.  

Why should I tell the University I have a disability?

We want to make sure that all our students get the most from university life. By telling tell us about your disability as early as possible, we can identify any support that you might need, including any financial support you may be entitled to. 

The ideal is to tell us about it on your UCAS application form so we can discuss your support needs with you before you arrive. You could also be eligible for the Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) which can help to pay for a support worker or other types of assistance.

Students can disclose a disability directly to students support services at any time prior to or during your studies by registering with Disability, Mental Health and Learning Support services.

Disabled Students Allowence (DSA)

Postgraduate students from England or Wales, may still be eligible for a Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) for help with costs you may incur as a direct result of your disability while attending your course. 

If you received DSAs during your undergraduate course and begin postgraduate study straight after you graduate, your needs may not have changed.  In this case, you may not need a new needs assessment howver you should still inform your funding provider that you intend to start a new postgraduate course. 

Research Council funded students may also be able to recieve DSA. To access this studnets should contact Disability Services, who will provide you with the relevant forms and can give you further advice about eligibility. 

Further information and a DSA application form are available from the GOV.UK website