Disability Advice

The Disability Advice team supports students and applicants who share a disability or require additional support for their academic studies.

We provide a confidential service for all students with additional learning needs and can give you advice on academic support.

We can also arrange reasonable adjustments to your studies, and offer advice on evidence, the Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA), support with technology and study skills. 

Contact us, in confidence, if you have a condition that might impact your ability to access the campus, curriculum, teaching, learning, assessments and any other University service. We are here to listen, understand your disability-related needs and find the best ways to support you.

It’s best to contact us as soon as possible after you accept an offer - our staff can guide you through the whole process.

Support and guidance offered by Disability Advice

• We have our own dedicated access centre, Access Portsmouth, where you can be assessed for your DSA-funded support
• Confidential advice from disability professionals, whether you are applying from the UK, the EU or internationally
• Advice on funding to cover disability-related support costs such as the Disabled Students’ Allowance, degree apprenticeships and other additional funding
• Discussion and agreement on reasonable adjustments
• Liaison with other University services and facilities, such as the library
• Advice on note-taking, mentoring and other support services
• Access to specialist study skills and strategies tutors, and assistive technology tutors, on a 1-to-1 basis or in groups
• Liaison with external services such as DSA Needs Assessors and non-medical help suppliers

Disability Advice Drop-Ins

• Monday to Thursday 2pm - 4pm
• Friday 2pm - 3:30pm

This will be an opportunity to briefly discuss your support with a member of the team. 

This might include advice on reasonable adjustments or guidance on the Disabled Students Allowance. If a more extended conversation is required, a follow-up meeting can be arranged.

Please note: Disability Advice Drop-Ins are not bookable and are on a first-come, first-served basis.

Alternatively, email disabilityadvice@port.ac.uk or complete the Additional Support Questionnaire on your Student View.