If you have a disability, you can apply for Disabled Students Allowance (DSA) as part of your Student Finance application.

Your eligibility for DSA is decided by your funding body (for example, Student Finance England), based on the medical evidence you submit. The Inclusion Team can advise you on what types of medical evidence are suitable to support your application.

If your application for DSA is accepted, you will be asked to attend a Study Needs Assessment with an approved, independent assessor registered with National Network of Assessment Centres. This process is by necessity independent of the University, but the Inclusion Team can support you in booking the Assessment.

The Study Needs Assessor will work with you to identify your learning needs and make recommendations for support in a Study Needs Assessment Report. Once this has been agreed, the report will be sent to your funding body and you will receive a letter detailing the support DSA will fund. The Inclusion Team can help you to arrange this support.

The Student Support Fund provides non-repayable awards and emergency support to assist students in financial difficulty, who might otherwise be at risk of leaving their courses.

The Money Advice Team offer guidance on all money-related matters including student funding, personal finances and the Student Support Fund. Discuss your options and any concerns by booking a virtual or telephone appointment, which can be booked up to 72 hours in advance.

In addition to the Neurodiverse Society and the Sign Language Society, Edge Hill Students’ Union contains many other societies. Joining a society is a good way to meet new friends, try out new hobbies, and gain a support network.

The Student Life Portal is an events portal which links you to all the activities happening on campus. Booking onto these events is a great way to break the ice with your flatmates or course mates, and immerse yourself into university life.

There are also a range of activities to support you in your development at university and for your future career, including academic and industry events.

Our Student Advisory Panels offer paid opportunities for students to discuss their experiences with others from similar backgrounds and help inform the design and delivery of a wide range of university services.

We currently have five different advisory panels in operation including one for students with disabilities and specific learning difficulties. To find out more, please contact the Widening Access and Participation team who will be happy to help.

Would you like to work with prospective students, informing them about student life at Edge Hill?

The Student Recruitment and Marketing department offer paid opportunities and training for students to support University-wide events such as open days, campus visits, and offer holder days. We offer guaranteed interviews in the application process to students who identify as being part of a Widening Access and Participation group.

For more information, please contact the Education Liaison team, who will be happy to assist you.