Frequently Asked Questions

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How can an employer or a potential employer confirm that I have a degree from the University of Nottingham?

Answer:: All requests to verify information regarding leavers and graduates are now processed through Higher Education Degree Datacheck. Verification requests should be submitted at www.hedd.ac.uk.

Can I get help if I have a short-term injury such as a broken leg?

Answer:: It is recommended that students contact their Schools for advice in the first instance. For further information about what to do if you have a temporary injury, please refer to information on Accident and short-term illness examination arrangements. If it becomes a long-term injury, then the Disability Support Services team can offer advice.

I have previously experienced poor mental health: what types of support are available at Nottingham?

Answer:

In addition to Disability Support Services, the University offers a wide range of support and advice via the HealthyU pages. Mental health and wellbeing support you may access could include Counselling, University of Nottingham Health Service at Cripps Health Centre, and the Mental Health Advisory Service. 

If I require support, what evidence do I need to provide to the University?

Answer:: For information about the evidence you need to provide, please visit our Tell us of a disability webpages.

Why do I need to provide evidence of my disability, Specific Learning Difference (e.g. dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD) or long-term medical condition?

Answer:: Disability Support Services need your evidence so that we can put your support in place for your studies. For more information about how your data is used, please see our Privacy Statement.

I'm thinking of coming to study at Nottingham: do you have accessible accommodation?

Answer:: Yes, our getting around campus and choosing accommodation page includes further information about this and other pre-arrival information you may need to consider.

I feel really anxious about university. Is there anyone who can help me?

Answer:: Yes, the buddies and peer mentors in your academic school may be able to help. You can also speak to your Support and Wellbeing advisor, or contact Counselling. Do also keep in touch with your Disability Support Adviser or Academic Support tutor.

At university, are there any allowances (adjustments) made in exams for people with disabilities, Specific Learning Differences (e.g. dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD) or long-term medical conditions?

Answer:: Yes. As long as you have provided satisfactory evidence of your disability, SpLDs and/or long-term medical conditions by the relevant university examination adjustments deadline, and the adjustments have been agreed with Disability Support Services, then your agreed arrangements will be put in place for you at university.

What is the DSA?

Answer:

Disabled Students' Allowances (DSA) are non means-tested funds to help full and part time home undergraduate and postgraduate students to pay for extra costs they may incur whilst attending their course, as a direct result of their disability, Specific Learning Differences (e.g. dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD) or long term medical condition, including mental health issues. They are distributed by funding bodies such as the Student Loans Company, postgraduate research councils and the NHS.

The allowances help with: