How do the Disabled Student Allowance (DSA) changes affect me?

How do the DSA changes affect me?

If you're a student in need of Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) support, here's what you need to know about the DSA Reform:

• New students will apply to SFE or SFW in the same way and their eligibility will be assessed and confirmed by SFE / SFW
• You can apply for this online
• Once your evidence and application has been assessed by SFE / SFW, they will assign you to one of the new suppliers, Study Tech or Capita.  Which supplier you are assigned to will depend on your postcode
• You will then have a single point-of-contact for your needs assessment, assistive technology and training requirements
• You can choose between remote (online) or face-to-face needs assessments and you can request to include a family member in the assessment if you would like someone to support you
• The supplier will be responsible for the installation, set-up and familiarisation of your equipment and software and any training required
• The supplier will contact you to arrange the delivery and installation of your assistive technology and arrange any training
• If you have been awarded any 1:1 specialist support, such as mentoring or study skills, please contact ASSIST@northampton.ac.uk for guidance on how to arrange this.

I already have a DSA award but I need some extra help or to have my award updated – what do I have to do? 

If you are already receiving DSA or if you were previously assessed by the Needs Assessment Centre (NAC) Northampton and require a change to your DSA award or a Needs Assessment Review appointment, please reach out to the DSA Team at Student Finance:

Email: DSA_Team@slc.co.uk

Telephone: 01325 215 194 (option 1)

I don’t understand how the changes to the DSA affect me – who can I contact for guidance?

We understand the significance of these services to students with disabilities and remain dedicated to ensuring a smooth transition during this period of change.  Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us by phone on 01604 89 2668 or via email at NAC@northampton.ac.uk