Student Support (Undergraduate)

<p dir="ltr">All staff in the university aim to reduce barriers to learning for all students through an inclusive neurodiversity approach. We work with the individual student, and will make a wide range of reasonable adjustments that may include the following:</p><ul><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Recording of lectures/tutorials/technical demonstrations where possible</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Flexible assessment methods</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Access to one to one and group study skills support through the Learning Lab</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Access to resources in adaptable and varied formats</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Advice and support for accessing practical sessions</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">General Welfare, Counselling and Holistic Health Support</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Additional Tutorials for students who need extra time to understand learning content and assignment briefs</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Lecture materials in advance via Google Classroom</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Flexibility in attendance and punctuality for students with medical needs</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Students can access Disability Advisors directly if students are experiencing challenges</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Quiet rooms to relax/rest</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Access to PowerPoint/Google slides in advance of the lecture so they can be imported into software</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Sufficient time with library resources to accommodate reading needs and make use of assistive technologies</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Support for students who find group work or presentations challenging</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Learning materials/assignment briefs in accessible language</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Extra time immediately after studio/group sessions with academic staff to check understanding</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Flexible process in place for students with medical needs to receive additional time to meet deadlines for formative and summative assessments.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Constant and consistent messages regarding behaviour</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">The Library has a wide range of audiobooks and spoken word texts to help process information</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Specialist support via the Academic Skills Team for study issues which may include; time management; understanding briefs and assignments; language support; creative writing skills, motivation</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Considerate timetabling and fair warning of changes in timetables and venues</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Early advice and agendas for off-campus activities</p></li></ul><p dir="ltr">The standard adjustments listed above are not all-encompassing and we are more than happy to discuss your individual needs.</p> <p dir="ltr">If you have any medical needs please contact Student Support so we can discuss how we can support you, by calling +44 (0)1752 203423 or emailing <a href="mailto:studentsupport@aup.ac.uk">studentsupport@aup.ac.uk</a><br /></p>

<p dir="ltr">Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSAs) can help support you with your learning and to cover extra costs you have because of a disability including a mental health condition, a learning difficulty, or a long term illness.</p> <p dir="ltr">You can visit the Student Finance England (SFE) site for more information on how to apply: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/disabled-students-allowances-dsas">https://www.gov.uk/disabled-students-allowances-dsas</a></p> <p dir="ltr">The DSAs process is summarised by:</p><ul><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Apply online from March when you do your Finance application</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Get medical evidence, preferably using the <a href="https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/1056870/sfe_dsa_disability_evidence_form_2223_o.pdf">Disability Evidence form</a></p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Get an eligibility letter called a DSA1</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Book and attend a DSA Needs Assessment</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Receive the DSA award letter called a DSA2</p></li></ul><p dir="ltr">You should aim to get your medical evidence in by July if you want your DSA support to begin in September. If you do not have an existing diagnosis, you may need an assessment for conditions such as Dyslexia, ADHD and Autism. The Disability Advisers at AUP can discuss this with you.</p> <p dir="ltr">The support you can get through DSA can include the following:</p><ul><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Equipment such as a laptop computer to run Assistive Technology and software, for example, Dragon and Glean</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">One-to-one support such as Study Skills or Mentoring to help you understand and manage your academic work</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Travel allowance if your condition means you are unable to use public transport to get into University</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">General allowance to cover basic ink and paper</p></li></ul><p>For further information including other parts of the UK <a href="https://www.ucas.com/finance/additional-funding/disabled-students-allowances-dsas">please click here</a>. Alternatively, please email <a href="mailto:dsa_team@slc.co.uk">dsa_team@slc.co.uk</a>.<br /></p>

<p dir="ltr">Arts University Plymouth works in close consultation with Amano Student Support as its primary provider of DSAs non-medical help along with other companies. For more information on the support available please contact:</p><ul><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Email: <a href="mailto:dsa@amanotech.com">dsa@amanotech.com</a></p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Call: +44 (0)1822 600060</p></li></ul>