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, 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 Disability and Dyslexia Coordinators in each campus: Greenwich, Medway, and Avery Hill. They are part of the Student Wellbeing Service.

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?

Each faculty/professional service has at least one Disability Named Contact (DNC) that act as the first point of contact for disability related queries and concerns. Students are made aware of the DNCs during induction and in appointments with the D&D Coordinators. 

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?

The D&Ds, in discussion with the students and using relevant medical evidence and/or diagnostic reports, write Greenwich Inclusion Plans (GIPs) which outline reasonable adjustments and exam arrangements that students require to ensure that they can fully access their course and the services available at the University. The GIP is shared with staff on a need to know basis. 

As mentioned above each campus has a D&D coordinator, where possible the students will see the same person during their studies.

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 Coordinators, Counselling Coordinators and Psychological Wellbeing Coordinators. 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 D&Ds work closely with the University’s Academic Skills Team. This team provides group and one to one academic support to all students.