Workshops on studying with a disability
We run a selection of workshops to help you whilst at university.
Am I dyslexic?
If you think you have dyslexia, book on to this workshop to find out about:
- dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties, such as dyspraxia
- how dyslexia can affect your studies
- how to get an assessment for dyslexia
- how to check if you could get funding to pay for an assessment
- the benefits of having dyslexia identified
- the study support available for students with dyslexia.
Book a workshop
Workshops are online via Microsoft Teams and in person:
- Tuesday 24 September, 1 pm to 2 pm. Online event.
- Tuesday 1 October, 1 pm to 2 pm. Online event.
- Tuesday 22 October, 1 pm to 2 pm. Online event.
- Tuesday 29 October, 1 pm to 2 pm. Online event.
Future dates will be added when they are available.
Applying for Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA)
If you have a disability or medical condition, then you might be able to apply for Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA).
This workshop will explain what the DSA is, how to apply, and what support you might receive through it.
Book a workshop
Workshops are online via Microsoft Teams and in person.
- Thursday 26 September, 2 pm to 3 pm. Online event
- Thursday 3 October, 2 pm to 3 pm. Online event
- Thursday 24 October, 2 pm to 3 pm. Online event
- Thursday 31 October, 2 pm to 3 pm. Online event
Future dates will be added when they are available.
Do I have AD(H)D?
If you think you have AD(H)D, book on to this workshop to find out:
- how AD(H)D can affect your studies
- how to get an assessment for AD(H)D and the different types of assessment
- how to check if you can get funding to pay for an assessment
- the benefits of having AD(H)D identified
- the study support available for students with AD(H)D.
Book a workshop
Workshops are online via Microsoft Teams or in person.
- Wednesday 25 September, 1 pm to 2 pm. Online event.
- Wednesday 9 October, 1 pm to 2 pm. Online event.
- Wednesday 23 October, 1 pm to 2 pm. Online event.
- Wednesday 6 November, 1 pm to 2 pm. Online event.
Future dates will be added when they are available.
Careers Service
If you are a current student or graduated from the University within the last 3 years, you are welcome to join Careers Service events. Events are either online or in person at 5 Tyndall Avenue.
Book an event
Workplace adjustments for disabled and neurodivergent students
This information session will help you learn more about how adjustments work and what further support is available to help you navigate the process.
Employer Showcase
A two-day multi-sector autumn careers fair to help you learn more about access arrangements for disabled and neurodivergent students.
- Wednesday 2 October, 12:30 pm to 4 pm (early access available)
- Thursday 3 October, 12:30 pm to 4 pm (early access available)
Careers Service support
Disabled and neurodivergent students and recent graduates can access a range of support:
- A dedicated careers guide for disabled and neurodivergent students.
- Book a 15 minute careers meeting in person or online, or complete the Careers Service support request form to find out more about how we can support you as a disabled or neurodivergent student and graduate.
- Get expert advice about work-related adjustments and advocacy support with EmployAbility. Book on mycareer or contact info@employ-ability.org.uk.
- Register with EmployAbility for advice on work-related adjustments and advocacy support.
We aim to make Careers Service support as accessible and inclusive as possible. If there are any adjustments we can make to help you access the Careers Service, please contact access-careers@bristol.ac.uk.