Disability and dyslexia support
Our teaching adapts to suit our diverse student body, resulting in a high standard of student outcome and satisfaction despite any student disabilities (as reviewed by 'The Teaching Excellence Framework 2023') Browse FAQsAt London South Bank University (LSBU), we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all our students and have proudly signed up to the Disabled Student Commitment (DSC). This guides our approach to supporting disabled students throughout their higher education journey — from application through to graduation and beyond.
Disabled Student Commitment (DSC) (PDF File 369 KB)
We work closely with academic teams and relevant colleagues to ensure that you are fully included in the learning experience and can demonstrate your skills and knowledge, whilst also promoting inclusive practice across the institution.
Disability & Dyslexia Support (DDS) is a dedicated service for students who have a long term condition (has lasted or expected to last longer than 12 months). This includes conditions such as:
- Specific learning differences including dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, and attention deficit (hyperactivity) disorder (ADHD)
- Physical or mobility difficulties
- Students who are blind or partially sighted, or are D/deaf or Hard of Hearing
- Mental health conditions
- A long term health condition such as diabetes, epilepsy, chronic fatigue syndrome, HIV, cancer and cancer survivors
- Asperger’s and autistic spectrum condition (ASC).
Any student with a disability, including EU and International students, can register for support with DDS and have access to LSBU’s assistive technology, equipment, and services.
Screenings for Specific Learning Differences (SpLD)
We also offer screenings for specific learning differences (such as dyslexia) and provide funding for a formal assessment where appropriate.
Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSAs)
In addition to reasonable adjustments for your course, Home students may be eligible to apply for Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSAs) from Student Finance.
Make an appointment
For an initial appointment about potential support arrangements, or for further information, please get in touch.
All current LSBU students and Offer Holders (applicants who have accepted their offer to study at LSBU) have a MyAccount that they can use to make appointments with a disability advisor, view the support arrangements we have in place for them or ask us a question. Please see the following help guides:
Alternatively, you can visit the Student Life Centre helpdesk in person, contact via this form, or call us on 020 7815 6454.
You can also visit the Student Life Centre helpdesk in person.
Access guides
- LSBU is committed to equal access across campus. Read our AccessAble to see summaries of our venues' accessibility and key features.
Mental health conditions
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