Specific Learning Difficulties

If you have a specific learning difficulty you can access help through Disability Services. Please complete the registration form and you will be linked with one of our advisers.

What is a SpLD? 

SpLD is a term used to describe processing, language and memory issues which affect approximately 10% of the population. This includes dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia and dysgraphia. There are a number of indicators of a SpLD, including: 

If you have not had a formal diagnosis, we can arrange for you to have an assessment. Please read our Support for students with SpLD leaflet for further information on this.

There are a range of adjustments we can put in place, some of these include:

We can support you to apply for the Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) which can offer more support such as specialist skills tutor, and specialist software such as note taking software. Please read the DSA section of our website.

Guide to Going to University with Dyspraxia

A detailed guide to going to university from the Dyspraxia Foundation

Dyslexia at university

Guidance on studying and navigating student life with dyslexia