Disabled Going to College

[pipsy]

Hi,

Anyone been down this road? They are now supported learning for disabled people at college where you are assigned someone to give you extra help and assistance like pushing a wheelchair and extra tutoring.

Are your benefits affected by college funding? College can provide additional funding for house maintence and travel costs? Also, disabled people on PIP/DLA can apply for special support element, however unsure if thats with a student loan and you get special support allowance with it.

I'm in Scotland.

Thanks.

[Melly1]

Hi Pipsy,

I recommend contacted the helpline

Our telephone helpline providing information is open on Mondays and Tuesdays between 10am and 4pm - 0808 808 7777 or advice@carersuk.org

or the Citizen's Advice Bureau https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/scotland/

Melly1

[richard_20061]

You may be eligible for a higher amount of Maintenance Loan. Plus if you already claim Incapacity Benefit or Employment and Support Allowance, you may be able to carry on getting it as a student.

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[Jason_2109]

Hi,
I'm from Aberdeen. I'm planning to apply for a Postgraduate programme (my dissertation proposal will be on Bioarchaeological Science) at Aberdeen University in 2022. Whom should I contact with my questions about additional funding for disabled students?
Thanks.

[Melly1]

Jason,

you should contact student services or The Guild at Aberdeen University.

Melly1