University of Greenwich

Funding for an SpLD assessment

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

Funding is available for students needing to seek a full diagnostic assessment privately, following a screening appointment at the University with the Disability and Dyslexia (D&D) Coordinators in Student Wellbeing Service.

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?

There are Student Wellbeing Service Disability and Dyslexia Coordinators based at each campus: Greenwich, Medway, and Avery Hill. 

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?

Faculty Support Advisors (FSAs) are the first point of contact for students for all matters relating to the student's journey with the University. This includes academic matters as well as disability related queries and concerns. 

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?

Upon registration with the Student Wellbeing Service Disability and Dyslexia, each student is allocated a Coordinator; this is their point of contact for all matters relating to their disability support. Depending on need, check ins are available with the allocated Student Wellbeing Service Disability and Dyslexia Coordinator. This can be via a daily drop-in or a designated day and time. 

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?

The Student Wellbeing Service also consists of Mental Health, Counselling and Psychological Wellbeing support. Appointments are available for students. 

University students can also access support for mental health, 24 hours, 365 days a year via Spectrum Life.

The University offers disabled students transition to University support. This can be arranged via a unique Student Ambassador Initiative. Further information can be found about this on the University’s website.

One to one / group study skills

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

The Student Wellbeing Service Disability and Dyslexia are named suppliers of specialist one to one study skills support via Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA). 

The University also has a dedicated Academic and Digital Skills Team. This team provides group and one to one academic support to all students.