How we can support you

What is Dyslexia?

In a nutshell, dyslexia is a common neurodevelopmental learning difficulty which affects information processing. People with dyslexia can have difficulty processing and remembering information that they both see and hear, which may cause difficulties around academics in learning, literacy skills, and the ability to organise and plan effectively. 

This means studies can be frustrating, but here at Queen Mary, we have a team that can support you. 

Disability and Dyslexia Service (DDS)

The Disability and Dyslexia Service provide confidential support for students with disabilities, specific learning differences, mental health challenges, and autism. Located on campus and online, the service assists with exam adjustments, Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) applications and one-to-one study skills. They can also provide referrals and diagnostic screenings to students who think they may have a specific learning difference.

If you would like to contact them:

☎️ 020 7882 2756 | Mon-Fri 10am-4pm

💌 dds@qmul.ac.uk

📍Room 3.06, Francis Bancroft Building, Mile End Campus

How can we support you?

Exam Access Arrangements

Students with dyslexia can apply to the Disability and Dyslexia Service for Examination Access Arrangements.  

Specialist one-to-one support

Once you have received a diagnosis and have met with an adviser from the Disability and Dyslexia Service, you can discuss the possibility of accessing either One to One Specialist Study Skills and/or Specialist Mentoring, depending upon your identified areas of need.

Library support

The Library offers special facilities for students with disabilities; fr example, you can request to extend book loans for an extra week when borrowing. A small number of individual study carrels are available to students with disabilities (e.g, if you have a condition that affects your concentration and need to study on your own). Find out more on the Library's website.

Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA)

If you think you are eligible for a DSA, please contact the Disability and Dyslexia Service.

What is it?

The DSA is a non-means-tested grant that helps cover the additional support a disabled student needs to complete their course. It's not a cash award - it is used to fund support services and equipment, such as:

• Specialist One-to-One Study Skills Support
• Assistive technology or other necessary equipment

Who is eligible?

Most students at Queen Mary who are from the UK and have one fo the following may be eligible:

• A Specific Learning Difference (SpLD) such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, or ADHD
• A disability
• A long-standing mental health condition

If you have any other questions, you can contact the Disability and Dyslexia Service or refer to their FAQs page. 

QMUL is committed to becoming the "most inclusive university of its kind, anywhere", and we will endeavour to support you wherever possible ❤️