This information is to help when you’re applying for a course and joining UAL. There can be lots to consider. We can help answer questions you may have about Disability support at UAL so please contact us.
- Email: disability@arts.ac.uk
- Call: +44(0)207 514 6156
Making an application
We suggest disclosing that you are disabled on your application form. If you’ve disclosed, we will contact you after you accept your course offer.
Course applications are considered on academic merit alone.
Arranging support for open days and interviews
Adjustments and support can be arranged for open days and interviews. Examples include:
- Scheduling breaks during interviews
- Ensuring step free access is available
- Booking BSL interpreters.
You'll need to tell the event organiser what you need. If you’re unsure, you can ask for more information about what the event involves. Please contact the event organiser in advance by replying to their emails. The Disability Service can also help you contact the relevant department if needed.
Access to University buildings
You can find detailed access information about all UAL sites on the Access Able website. This includes:
- Availability of step-free access
- Parking facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Route guides.
UAL has some older buildings that do not have step-free access. If you need step-free access please contact disability@arts.ac.uk to discuss your needs .
If you’ve been offered a place at UAL
Here are the next steps you need to take to access disability support.
Tell the Disability Service about your study requirements
Early communication helps us to ensure that any support you need is in place from the start of your course. You can contact disability@arts.ac.uk if you are applying for a course and would like advice on how UAL works with students who are disabled or neurodiverse.
Conversations with your Disability Adviser are confidential to the Disability Service. We only share information with your tutors or other departments with your permission. There are exceptions - please see the Disability Service Confidentiality Guide PDF (1.2MB).
Tell Accommodation Services about any access requirements
UAL offers student accommodation at locations across London. Due to overwhelming demand, students are not always offered their preferred housing options.
If you are applying for a place in UAL Halls of Residence:
- Apply early
- Disclose that you are disabled on your accommodation application. The application form will ask about your access requirements, so you can Give as much detail as possible about your access requirements.
- The Disability Service and Accommodation Services are confidential services. They will not share information unless you give permission. Please inform both Accommodation Services and the Disability Service about your access requirements.
Find out more about Accommodation Services online.
Disability Service
disability@arts.ac.uk
+44 (0)20 7514 6156
Please tell us:
1. Your name.
2. Student ID number (if known).
3. The course you are interested in.
4. The nature of your query.
Information is treated confidentially. It will not be shared outside the Disability Service without consent. For exceptions, please see the Disability Service Confidentiality Guide (PDF 1201KB).
Accommodation
+44 (0)20 7514 6240
accommodation@arts.ac.uk
Accessibility
For full access and route guides to all our sites visit AccessAble