Disabled Student Checklist
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The Disabled Student Checklist is your roadmap to settling into life and studies at UEA. Use it to make sure you’re making the most of our support and services.
You can also find an Essential Information Checklist on our new students webpages.
Before you arrive:
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General Support
Disability Support FormComplete the Disability Support Form to tell us about your disability as soon you can. This includes physical conditions, mental health conditions and learning differences.
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Financial Support
Disabled Students' AllowanceExplore the Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) or equivalent support. You should apply for DSA as soon as you can after you have applied for your course. You don’t need to wait until your course starts.
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Accommodation
Accommodation for disabled studentsLet the accommodation team know your requirements and room adaptation needs if you’re living on campus. Email accom@uea.ac.uk if you’d like to move in during a quieter time.
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PEEP
PEEP informationContact us if you will need a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) and support with Access to Buildings. Complete the the Disability Support Form and contact disability@uea.ac.uk if you have any questions.
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Resource build
UEA Resource CentreBuild your skills for university life by learning some new recipes or practicing doing your own laundry. The UEA Resource Centre has lots of tips on preparing for university life, including tips on what to pack and budgeting.
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Navigation
Parking permits, charges and schemesGet familiar with our campus by watching our accessible campus tour.
Plan your transport. Our campus is served by local bus routes including a park and ride service. You may also be eligible for a parking permit on campus. Contact transport@uea.ac.uk with any questions.
A month before you arrive:
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Moving in
Do you need help with moving in? We can help you move your bags from your transport to your campus accommodation. Contact us via disability@uea.ac.uk.
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Medical support
Registering for healthcareSpeak to your current GP and your future GP in Norwich before you move to plan for any existing conditions. Ask your doctor about carrying extra medication so there’s no gap in your medication when you move surgeries. This is especially important if you are an international student and may need to plan ahead for a repeat prescription while in the UK. All students living in Norwich must register with a local GP. Note: though students are asked to register with UEA Medical Centre no earlier than seven days before their arrival in Norwich, you can still discuss your medication and prescription requirements with them beforehand.
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Medical records
Scan any medical documents you have and keep them safe. You may need them again in the future so it’s a good idea to store them electronically for easy access.
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Financial support
Disabled Students' AllowanceCheck the status of your Disabled Students’ Allowance. More information is available. If you have any questions, contact disability@uea.ac.uk.
Once you have enrolled:
Around two weeks before your course starts you will be able to access ‘My UEA’, the internal website hub for staff and students.
There you will find Student Journey and Support Services pages that link to all our resources.
How to check your reasonable adjustment recommendations
Apply for a parking permit if you’re eligible.
Accessibility software and services available to you
Access the free UEA Specific Learning Differences (SpLD) screening service if you think you may have a specific learning difference but don’t have a diagnosis.
Find out about support for students living in UEA accommodation from our Residential Life team.
Refer to the New Student hub for information about induction and welcome activities.
Things to do when you arrive:
Find the Student Information Zone (SIZ). It’s on The Street, and is the best place to go for information, advice and support.
Look up where your classes will be.
Register with a doctor if you are living on campus or are new to the area.
Confirm your Disabled Students’ Allowance support and equipment.
Download the Safe Zone app.
Check out UEASU clubs and societies, including our Disabled Students’ Community and Neurodivergent Society.
Contact your School if you have questions about support and reasonable adjustments for placements.
The place that everyone should be aware of in the university is the Student Information Zone [SIZ], located on The Street in the heart of campus. They will be able to answer any questions and will look to support you by signposting the next service that may help you.
Daniel Brett, BA History