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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:

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.

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.

 

Assistive technology (AT): Mindmapping

All students with disabilities who have access to online mindmaps are invited to these workshops to learn how to apply the use of the software effectively in their studies.

Mindmapping: Planning and writing an essay

Learn how to use a mindmap through the stages of writing an essay, from the original plan to writing key sections and exporting to a finished document. Bring an essay title.

Mindmapping: Collating research

Learn how to systematically use electronic mindmaps to collate readings ready for project/written assignment work. Bring an idea to research.

Assistive technology (AT) for international students

These sessions are for international students with disabilities to find out what assistive technology is available to support their learning.

Book a workshop/demonstration

Workshops/demonstrations are online via Microsoft Teams.

Future dates will be added when they are available.

To request the Teams link for sessions, email Disability Services at disability-services@bristol.ac.uk.

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 workshop for disabled and neurodivergent students

13 March 2024, 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Careers Service, 5 Tyndall Avenue

Careers Service support

Disabled and neurodivergent students, as well as recent graduates can access a range of support:

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

We also offer a study skill service with a range of resources available to students.

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