Disability provision
Chevening Scholars who disclose a disability may be eligible to receive additional disability funding and support.
Under Part 6 of the Equality Act 2010, higher education institutions must not discriminate against people with disabilities. The Act affords certain rights and protections to students with disabilities so that they are not treated less favourably than students without disabilities. Universities have a responsibility to put in place reasonable adjustments, including the provision of auxiliary aids (additional support or assistance), to make sure that students with disabilities are not substantially disadvantaged.
Academic support and adjustments
If you have a disability or a condition which means that you need further support, university disability offices are a great source of advice and support. Depending on your circumstances, you may get additional time for exams or assignments, or other reasonable adjustments. We suggest that you contact your university’s Student Support and Disability Services as soon as possible to discuss what support or adjustments you might need.
Additional funding
If you feel that you have a disability, as defined by the Equality Act, you may wish to complete our disability survey. You can find the link on the health form in your CAL (Conditional Award Letter) pack. Completing this survey will allow us to give you some further guidance about coming to the UK, and any additional funding we may be able to offer.
For further support and information please contact welfare@chevening.org.
