Disability Support & Inclusion are a team of specialist advisors who can offer support, advice and information for current and prospective students with a long-term medical or mental health condition, a specific learning disability (SpLD) or other physical and/or sensory needs that might impact learning.
If you already have a diagnosed condition, then you can use the self-service registration with Disability Support & Inclusion on the main Student Records page.
The Disability Support & Inclusion team is comprised of three services:
Disability Advisers can meet disabled applicants and students in confidential, one-to-one appointments. Their main role is to assess your needs and arrange support. Disability Advisers also participate in projects with colleagues within the university to support the advancement of inclusion at King’s.
Assistant Disability Advisers don't provide appointments, but they assist the advisers by managing email queries and they advise on quick queries at the online and in person drop-ins. They provide advice on Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA), assistive technology, exam provisions, and residences. They are also the first point of contact for prospective students seeking information visits.
Find out how to contact the Disability Support & Inclusion team.
If you suspect that you may have a specific learning difference (SpLD) such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, or ADHD, our team can provide a structured pathway for students to be screened and, if appropriate, referred for a full diagnostic assessment.
You can begin the process by completing the SpLD screening form on your student record. The process can take up to five months, so King’s does not fund assessments for final-year students within the last five months of their course. An admin fee of £50 applies, but the university typically covers the rest of the cost unless you already have a King’s Inclusion Plan (KIP) in place.
For more details and to begin the process, read How do I arrange a diagnostic assessment for Specific Learning Differences (SpLDs)?
If you're seeking support for traits related to autism, King’s offers an initial screening to help you explore whether an autism diagnosis might be appropriate. While we cannot provide a formal clinical diagnosis, since autism is a medical condition that must be diagnosed by a qualified healthcare professional, we can support you in understanding your experiences and guide you through the next steps.
The Disability Support and Inclusion Team have a small team of Specialist Learning Support Tutors who provide learning support sessions to students with a specific learning difference, such as dyslexia or dyspraxia and who are not eligible for Disabled Students’ Allowances. Contact the Disability Support team by email if you require this support.
Find out more about the provisions that can be made for your disability.