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 onto 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 at venues yet to be confirmed.
Applying for Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA)
If you have a disability or medical condition, then you may be eligible to apply for Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA). This workshop will provide you with an understanding of 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 at venues yet to be confirmed.
- Thursday 24 August, 2pm to 3pm. Online
- Thursday 5 October, 2pm to 3pm. Online
- Thursday 12 October, 2pm to 3pm. Venue to be confirmed
- Thursday 19 October, 2pm to 3pm. Online
- Thursday 26 October, 2pm to 3pm. Online
- Thursday 2 November, 2pm to 3pm. Venue to be confirmed
- Thursday 9 November, 2pm to 3pm. Online
Careers Service
Careers Service workshops are tailored for disabled and neurodivergent students. If you are a current student or graduated from the University within the last 3 years, you are welcome to join.
Book an event
- Adjustments in recruitment and the workplace: your rights:
On-demand video - Disabled student mingle at the Careers Service:
6 October, 2:30 pm to 4 pm. - Employer showcase, Bristol Beacon on Trenchard Street:
11 to 12 October, 12:30 pm to 4 pm.
Complete our access arrangements form by Monday 2 October to allow us to put together a support package that best meets your needs. - 10,000 Able Interns: Programme offering internships for disabled students.
25 October, 1:30 pm to 3 pm. - Blind in Business visually prepared workshop:
Wednesday 15 November, 4 pm to 5pm, via Zoom link. - Disability and neurodivergence careers panel:
22 November from 2:00 pm.
Careers Service support
Disabled and neurodivergent students, as well as recent graduates can access a range of support:
- Access one to one guidance appointments tailored to your needs, talk to the Careers Service on Live Chat or visit 5 Tyndall Avenue to book.
- Resource: Support for disabled and neurodivergent students.
- Support for under represented students: learn about Careers Service support, including Bristol Mentors, and advice to help you prepare for the future.
- Register with EmployAbility to get advice about adjustments when applying for jobs and help to talk to employers about what you need. Email them once you have registered to start the conversation. Learn more about EmployAbility at the Careers Service blog.
Group study skills
These weekly online sessions are facilitated by a qualified study skills tutor who will help you to:
- improve your existing academic skills
- refine your notetaking
- help with structuring your writing assignments
- boost your revision technique.
These sessions may be helpful to you if you have, or think you may have:
- dyslexia
- ADHD
- autism
- mental health conditions
- or other conditions.
Book a workshop
Study skills workshop to time management
Thursday 5 October, 1:30pm to 2:45pm
Study skills workshops to notetaking strategies and software
Wednesday 11 October, 1:30pm to 2:45pm
Study skills workshop to active reading
Thursday 19 October, 1:30pm to 2:45pm
Study skills workshops to deconstructing assignment questions
Wednesday 25 October, 1:30pm to 2:45pm
We also offer a study skill service with a range of resources available to all students.
Do I have AD(H)D?
If you think you have AD(H)D, book onto this workshop to find out about:
- 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 and in-person at venues yet to be confirmed.
- Wednesday 11 October, 1 pm to 2 pm. Venue to be confirmed
- Wednesday 18 October, 1 pm to 2 pm. Online
- Wednesday 25 October, 1 pm to 2 pm. Online
- Wednesday 22 November, 1 pm to 2 pm. Venue to be confirmed
- Wednesday 29 November, 1 pm to 2 pm. Online
- Wednesday 6 December, 1 pm to 2 pm. Online