London South Bank University

Funding for an SpLD assessment

Can a student be referred for a Specific Learning Differences (SpLD) support with a Specialist teacher through the University?

Students are encouraged to complete a free online screening if they want to find out if they have an SpLD. On completion of the screening, a Disability & Dyslexia Advisor picks up the results and if there is a likelihood of an SpLD the student will be referred to see an Educational Psychologist for a full diagnostic assessment. The cost of this assessment if funded by the University. 

Disability Adviser available

Are there specialist staff available to talk to within the service?  Is there a disability officer or a disability adviser for students to talk to?

The Disability & Dyslexia Service at LSBU works closely with individual students and academic teams to make reasonable adjustments on their chosen programme of study. An appointment can be made by emailing [email protected] for a meeting online or on campus to discuss their requirements in more detail. 

Support from academic staff

Is advice and support available from academic staff within the faculties of the University? How do students access this advice and support?

The Disability & Dyslexia Service at LSBU works closely with individual students and academic teams to make reasonable adjustments on their chosen programme of study. An appointment can be made by emailing [email protected] for an online meeting to discuss their requirements in more detail. 

Staff continuity and understanding individual needs

Are the specialist disability staff in the team able to offer a personalised, bespoke response to a student’s needs? Where possible, is continuity provided for the student in meeting the same Disability Adviser and/or mentor so the student can get to know them over time?

Once a student contacts the service and books an appointment, a Disability & Dyslexia Advisor will be allocated and act as the main point of contact for the student. Support Arrangements will be discussed with the student to mitigate the barriers they may experience and once agreed shared with relevant colleagues. Regular reviews are also available.

One to one mentoring support

Are there any additional services available such as mentoring, counselling services or a buddy scheme to help a new student to settle in if needed?

Specialist Mentoring is available to work with students on a one to one basis to help manage the workload, plan and prioritize the demands of the course and related non-academic concerns. LSBU works with a variety of specialist agencies who provide this level of support. Counselling is also available and students are referred to a local external agency as required by the Mental Health & Wellbeing service. 

One to one / group study skills

Does the institution provide support with arranging One to one/Group study skills sessions?

Specialist Study Skills Support is available to students with a specific learning difference such as Dyslexia. This is provided by external specialist agencies and are currently being delivered online. The Skills for Learning team also provides non-specialist support to all students. Drop ins are available as well as bookable study workshops.