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"Additional Learning Support" 33 FAQs
- Can I get funding towards equipment if I have a learning difficulty?
- ALS Can I bring my assistance dog or emotional support animal to university?
- How do I access Additional Learning Support (ALS)?
- ALS Where can I find out about Dorset Autism and Aspergers Support meetings?
- ALS I was in receipt of Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) before I went on placement. I am back at university now so do I need to apply again?
- ALS If I need an Educational Psychology Assessment, what does this mean?
- Will exam concessions apply for in-class tests?
- ALS Will I still have Marking Guidelines applied for group work and online assessments as well as for course work?
- ALS What is Disabled Students' Allowances (DSA)?
- Do you provide proof reading and transcription services?
- ALS The laptop I received from the DSA has broken so what should I do now?
- ALS I am starting a Master's Course so will my Disabled Student's Allowance (DSA) continue?
- ALS Can I leave the exam room during the exam?
- ALS What do I need to know about having a reader or scribe?
- ALS What is meant by a team approach when supporting a disabled student on placement?
- ALS As an ALS student will I be in a different room for exams and how will I be notified?
- As an ALS student can I use Excel for exams?
- ALS As an ALS student do I have to use a PC if I have been given this adjustment?
- ALS If I have to bring in supportive material prepared beforehand and I use a PC, can I bring it in on a USB?
- ALS If my ALS adjustments are not correct, what should I do?
- ALS What support can I receive from an ALS Mentor?
- ALS How can an Additional Learning Support Tutor support my learning?
- ALS What can I take into an ALS exam room?
- ALS As an ALS student, what should I do if I cannot attend an exam on the day ?
- ALS As an ALS student will I have my exam concessions?
- ALS I am an Additional Learning Support (ALS) student. When will I get my exam timetable?
- ALS Who is responsible for funding adjustments on work placements?
- What is meant by Neurodiversities and Specific Learning Differences?
- Will exam concessions apply for in-class tests, and who will arrange the room/invigilator?
- ALS Can I take anything from the exam room?
- I have dyslexia. Is that being taken into account when my work is marked?
- As an ALS candidate, can I select my preferred seat in an ALS exam room?
- Can I bring my pet?