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Applicants with Disabilities

The Academic Advising/Disabilities Liaison Unit (AADLU) plays an important role in ensuring that you receive equal access and opportunities to participate in all university programmes, services and activities during your time at The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus.

AADLU can assist with referrals to campus service providers such as:

  • Housing
  • Health services
  • Food service
  • Transportation

AADLU can also coordinate academic accommodations such as:

  • Note taking
  • Volunteer readers and writers
  • Books on tape
  • Assessment and modification
  • Computer facilities
  • Extra exam time
  • Special advising
  • Permission to tape lectures
  • Tutor referral
  • Strategic scheduling of classes
  • Preferential classroom seating
  • Early registration
  • Orientation to using disability Service

 

To request support services related to a physical or learning disability, we ask that you complete and return the forms listed below by the second week of each semester.  Support services will be delayed until this documenation is provided.

(Form A)  -  Request for Disability Service

Complete this form and return it immediately to AADLU.  This will place you on appropriate mailing lists for further information.

(Form B)  -  Student Needs Assessment

To be completed with a qualified experienced service provider (teacher, physician, or other professional) who best understands your needs.  The Student Needs Assessment will provide valuable information to assist us in determining appropriate accommodations.

(Form C)  -  Statement of Disability

To be completed by a professional with experience in the area of disabilities, such as your physician, qualified psychologist or learning specialist who diagnosed your disability.

Click here to download the documentation and forms