Contact the Access and Learning Strategies (ALS) team
The Access and Learning Strategies (ALS) Team provides information for the following services, can book service appointments, and help with your next steps after an assessment.
Live chat
Chat to us live:
We are here between 12:00–14:00 Monday to Friday.
Events
Access our Events List to find all our upcoming workshops, drop-ins and support groups.
Enquiries and bookings
The administration team are available for in person enquiries and bookings. Visit Frenchay Library Help Desk and ask to speak to an administrator.
Dyslexia and Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD)
- Tel: +44 (0)117 32 83589
- Email: als@uwe.ac.uk
- You can complete the ALS Referral Form to find guidance on your next steps in booking a screening/assessment.
Specialist one-to-one study skills support
- Tel: +44 (0)117 32 83589
- Email: als@uwe.ac.uk
Specialist one-to-one mentoring
- Tel: +44 (0)117 32 83589
- Email: als@uwe.ac.uk
Disabled Students' Allowances (DSA) Study Needs Assessments
To book your study needs assessment use the postcode search to find a study needs assessment near you.
For students who have already had their study needs assessment with Access West of England and have any questions, please contact:
- Tel: +44 (0)117 32 83396
- Email: awe@uwe.ac.uk
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