Student wellbeing and inclusion

Disability and neurodivergence support

Whatever support you need, you’re not alone. We’re here to listen, advise and help you get the most out of university life.

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We're here for you

Welcome to a university where every student is supported to thrive.

We’re committed to removing barriers and supporting students with disabilities and neurodivergent conditions to engage fully in university life. Our team offers expert advice, tailored adjustments, and guidance to help you build the skills for independent learning.

Already a Hull student?

Hubble is your go-to place for student support - online, by phone, or in person.

Support tailored to you

Support and adjustments are available based on individual needs. We support students with:

  • Physical impairments or mobility difficulties
  • Specific learning difficulties (SpLD)
  • Neurodivergent conditions including Autism, Dyslexia and ADHD
  • Visual or hearing impairments
  • Mental health conditions
  • Long-term medical conditions
  • Undiagnosed disabilities

We’re proud to hold the Epilepsy Friendly mark, recognising our commitment to supporting students with epilepsy. If you need assistance, reach out - we’re here to help.

Support is also available to Apprenticeship students. Contact the Wellbeing team for more information.

How we can help you

We aim to ensure that the learning environment is inclusive by design and benefits all students. However, we understand that some students may need further adjustments. Our team is here to discuss your individual needs. Tailored support options include:

  • Identifying reasonable adjustments for lectures and exams
  • Coordinating support with your academic department and university services, such as accommodation
  • Access to a dyslexia screener and support with the diagnostic process
  • Access to assistive technology programs
  • Advising on applications for Disabled Students' Allowances (DSAs)

Accessing support

We aim to make it easy for you to access the support you need. We'd recommend that you share any information about your disability when you apply to the university. As we are an inclusive university, we will always respond in a supportive and sensitive way.

Tell us about your needs

We’ll send you a questionnaire so that we can understand your needs. Be assured, you can get in touch for assistance at any point during your time at the university. 

Personalised support

Our advisors will work with you to create an inclusive support plan that aligns with your studies, including help with the Disabled Students’ Allowance. 

Adjustments review

We understand that health conditions can change, or that you may receive a new diagnosis. Your support plan can be updated at any time to reflect your needs.

Information for applicants:

Our Student Wellbeing and Inclusion team are available on Open Days to answer any questions about the support available at Hull. If you are thinking of joining us do get in touch to ask any questions you may have relating to your disability.

Disabled Students’ Allowance

Many students with disabilities are eligible for Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA). If you have any questions about the application process, our Disability Advisers are here to help.

If you're not eligible for DSA, we still encourage you to contact the team to discuss the support available.

Access and support on Campus

The university campus is designed to be as inclusive as possible, with features such as ramps, widened doors, accessible toilets, and hearing support systems to aid navigation. Our accommodation has wheelchair access, with parking for blue badge holders and 24-hour support.

AccessAble guides

We’ve partnered with AccessAble to offer detailed accessibility guides for many of our campus buildings, including accommodation, teaching spaces, the students’ union, and student services. Guides include:

  • Step-free access information
  • Accessible entranWeces and facilities
  • Photos to help you plan your route

Find guides on the AccessAble website and app.

You may also find it useful to view our virtual tour.

FAQs

We'd recommend that you share any information about your disability when you apply to the University. Disclosing your disability when booking university accommodation ensures that the Accommodation team can allocate a room that best suits your needs. As we’re an inclusive university, we'll always respond in a supportive and sensitive way.

When you confirm your place here, we’ll send you the Student Support Questionnaire (SSQ) so that we can understand your needs. Our Student Wellbeing and Inclusion team are also available on Open Days to answer any questions about the support available at Hull. If you’re thinking of joining us, please do get in touch to ask any questions you may have relating to your disability.