Do I need to bring anything to the Needs Assessment?

Yes, there are a few things you should bring to your DSA Needs Assessment to ensure everything goes smoothly:

1. Proof of Your Disability / Condition
   • If you haven’t already submitted medical or diagnostic evidence, you may need to bring it with you. This can include:
     • a letter from your doctor, specialist, or mental health professional
     • a diagnostic report (such as for dyslexia, ADHD, etc.).
2. Your DSA Eligibility Letter
   • If you have received a DSA eligibility letter from your funding body (such as SFE, SAAS, SFW, or SFNI), bring it along as this confirms your eligibility for DSA support.
3. Any Specific Needs or Requests
   • Think about what support you might need during your studies (like specific software, equipment, or extra support). You can discuss these during your assessment.
4. Any Other Relevant Information
   • If you have any specific concerns or challenges that might impact your studies, bring them up during the assessment. This will help the assessor understand your needs better.

Need Help?

Our University’s disability support team can help with your application and answer any questions. You can:

• Attend a DSA drop-in session – ASSIST runs DSA-focused drop-ins every Wednesday in LH009 behind SID from 11:00-13:00 and 13:30-15:30
• Contact us at assist@northampton.ac.uk or visit the Disabled Student Allowance page for more information.