Accessibility and inclusion

Serving the diverse needs of students, our Accessibility and Inclusion service offers support for anyone with physical and mobility difficulties, sensory impairments, mental health conditions and learning difficulties such as dyslexia.

Support for all

We’re here to help with everything from exam arrangements to needs assessment for assistive technology. We can also let you know about additional financial benefits you may be entitled to and connect you with a Student Adviser where appropriate.

Speak to an adviser

To make an appointment with an Accessibility and Inclusion adviser and discuss your needs, you can contact us at the Student Services Hub.

British Sign Language (BSL) users can contact us via contactSCOTLAND-BSL, the online British Sign Language video relay interpreting service. Find out more on the contactSCOTLAND website.

I absolutely would not have managed to complete this degree without the help I received from the Accessibility and Inclusion Service. Their flexibility and can-do approach allowed me opportunities I had never dreamed would be possible for me.

Former Student

Live chat

Current students and applicants can chat live with staff from the Student Services Hub, Admissions or Information Services via the portal from 9am - 4:30pm (BST) Monday to Friday. Tuesdays only are from 10am - 4:30pm. The Student Hub team are also available on live chat from 10am - 2pm on Saturday and Sunday.

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An accessible campus

Explore the campus and discuss your needs before starting at the University of Stirling.

What support can I get?

Take a closer look at how our Accessibility and Inclusion service can assist you.

Assistive technology

We support your learning with suitable software and facilities. Find out more.

Disabled Students’ Allowance

You may be eligible for additional funding to support your studies.

Universities Scotland guide for disabled applicants

A guide to help disabled learners better navigate and understand the application process to university in Scotland.

Staff guidance

Staff should go to the Supporting our Students SharePoint site to read more about our Accessibility and Inclusion Service and access helpful documentation.

2024 RATE awards runner-up

The Accessibility and Inclusion Service came runner-up for Outstanding University Team, Service or Department at the University of Stirling's 2024 RATE (Recognising and Advancing Teaching Excellence) awards.

View the full list of RATE award winners.

Confidentiality and Data Sharing

We respect the privacy of everyone who uses our University Support Services. Take a closer look at our full documentation on Confidentiality and Data Sharing.

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