The BU DSA (Disabled Students' Allowances) Support Fund offers non-repayable support for students in financial difficulty who require the following:
- A Diagnostic Assessment: this can be for a Specific Learning Difference such as Dyslexia/Dyspraxia or ADHD (non-medical), which focuses on support strategies instead of using medication
- A contribution towards approved DSA equipment by your funding provider (typically computer/laptop).
Note: This fund cannot be used to cover medical assessments for Autism or ADHD, as these can either be arranged through the Right to Choose pathway, which allows you to select a qualified provider via your GP under NHS funding, or directly through your GP for referral to NHS diagnostic services.
Eligibility for UK students
- Students will need to demonstrate they have little or no funds available
- Students will need to provide evidence of the relevant DSA costs. A copy of your DSA Entitlement Letter showing your recommended equipment costs will be accepted
- Students who are classed as EU (non-UK), Channel Islands, Isle of Man and International for fee purposes cannot apply for this fund.
How much may I be eligible for?
BU will only provide up to £350 for the Diagnostic Assessment, and up to £200 for the contribution towards approved DSA equipment through Student Finance.
How is it paid?
If you're made an award from the BU DSA Support Fund you will be paid by BACS in one instalment for the whole academic year.
How to apply
If you have not already done so, please register with our Additional Learning Support service via myHUB.
