Submit your evidence for reasonable adjustments
To access support and adjustments to your studies, you will need to submit appropriate evidence of your impairment or medical condition.
Evidence for disability support
Support and adjustments are tailored to your individual needs. Providing appropriate evidence of an impairment or condition that has a long-term impact on your daily activities helps us ensure the right support is in place for you.
What is appropriate evidence
If you have a disability, long-term health condition or mental health condition
Please provide a letter from your GP, consultant or another healthcare professional.
Ideally, your evidence should include:
- confirmation that you have a physical impairment, mental health condition or medical condition that has a substantial and long-term impact on your daily activities
- how long the condition has been present and whether it is expected to continue
- any actual or predicted impact on your studies
Evidence containing the above information would also be suitable for the Disabled Students' Allowance.
If you are unable to provide evidence as described above, please note that we will also accept photos of prescriptions, or screenshots of your NHS app, as long as your name is clear. If in doubt, please provide what you have.
If you identify as neurodivergent (including dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD or autism)
Suitable evidence may include:
- confirmation of exam adjustments received at school or college
- a previous screening or diagnostic assessment report
- a letter or email confirming you are on a waiting list for an autism or ADHD assessment
If you do not currently have evidence, please see our Curious about Neurodiversity guide to learn more about our screening process or use our Disclosure without evidence form.
If you require further advice regarding the best type of evidence to supply then please contact Information Point. Alternatively, supply what you do have and we will be in touch with you.
Costs
Students and applicants are responsible for the cost of obtaining any reports or supporting letters.
Submit your evidence
You can submit your evidence using the Evidence Submission Form via InfoHub.
If you don't have evidence or are awaiting diagnosis
We understand that not all students have formal medical evidence. Please use our Disclosure without evidence form to share information about your disability or condition and the support you may need.
Additional evidence
Evidence of pregnancy or maternity
If you or your partner is pregnant, please book an appointment with a Student Support Adviser. Provide them with a copy of your MATB1 form or a copy of medical correspondence which confirms the expected delivery date.
Evidence of your caring responsibilities
If you are a care leaver, estranged from parental support, a carer or a refugee please contact UWE Cares to discuss required evidence and available support.
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Disability support guide
This guide will help you to understand what support our Disability Service can offer you during your studies and how to access it.
Disclose as disabled in your application
You are strongly encouraged to disclose a disability or support need in your application, so that we can make sure you have support in place before you start your course.
Contact the Disability Service
Contact us for general enquiries about disability support or to speak to a Disability Adviser.