Q. I have a disability/I have a medical condition, how can you help me?
A. Each person has different needs so ring us on 01242 714541 or email on disability@glos.ac.uk and we can discuss your particular needs. You might also like to follow this link to “Info for Students” on the Disability website You will need to provide medical evidence in order for us to put support in place for you, this might be in the form of a doctor's letter or professional assessment.
Q. What is DSA and who is entitled to it?
A. DSA stands for Disabled Students Allowance, it is available if you want to study a higher education course and have a disability, ongoing health condition, mental health condition or specific learning difficulty like dyslexia. To find out more about it follow this link to Directgov website
Q. How do I apply for DSA?
A. If you are applying for DSA only, you need to complete DSA1 form, if you are also applying for the main student finance package, you need to indicate on the main application that you want to apply for DSA and then complete a ‘short’ version of the DSA1 form. http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/DisabledPeople/EducationAndTraining/HigherEducation/DG_10034900
Q. Can I apply for DSA before I get to Uni?
A. Yes, follow link to Directgov site above, whether you apply through the DSA1 form or using the ‘short’ version of the DSA1 form, apply as early as possible. You don’t have to wait until you’ve been offered a place at university.