Autism Support

To enable us to put support in place we need you to provide us with evidence of your disability. This is usually in the form of a doctor's letter or a diagnostic report.

If you have this, please email it to disabilityteam@derby.ac.uk with your details (full name, student number if known, date of birth, general availability and course you're hoping to study).   

We'll contact you to arrange an appointment with our Disability team to discuss your support requirements. 

If you're on an apprenticeship programme please email this to als@blc.ac.uk

The main support you'll receive at uni is through the Disabled Students' Allowance (sometimes called DSA). It's really important you apply as soon as possible because this is what our students find to be the most beneficial support.

 DSA is a non-repayable grant to cover some of the extra costs you may have because of a disability or long term condition. It can also help to cover costs of specialist equipment and non-medical support such as a mentor or tutor.      

All students are assessed based on their individual need and the support will be bespoke to your specific disability or condition. You’ll be able to apply for this once you're have your Student Finance England loans account set up.     

Check out the tiles below for more information on the process.

The recognised Derbyshire Autism Passport ensures individuals living with Autism within Derbyshire are better supported.

We would encourage you to download and print one, complete it as fully as possible, and have it to hand to help you explain your communication, sensory and support needs.

Download your Derbyshire Autism Passport