Remember enrolment census for study period 2 is fast approaching, March 31st. If you need to modify your study load, now is the time to do it before you are locked into enrolments and fees. You can contact a Disability Adviser if you would like to discuss your study load.
Ability Equipment Grants & Cowan Ability Grants - apply before 31st March
The Cowan Ability Grants target recent school leavers with disability, mental health or medical conditions who have completed high school within two years of commencing their current university program and who have successfully completed a year of study. The Ability Equipment Grants scheme will assist students to purchase equipment and/or software which will assist them with their studies. Online applications open in mid-February each year through the Scholarships Management System and grants are usually awarded in May. Eligible students may apply for and be awarded grants at other times, subject to the availability of funds. If you require a hard copy grant application form, please email disability@unisa.edu.au
Alternative Exam Arrangements
Students who may need alternative exam arrangements due to their disability, mental health or medical condition should make contact with a Disability Adviser as soon as possible to discuss options and support available. Arrangements need to be finalised at least 4 weeks prior to the main exam periods. Students will be notified no later than 1 week prior to the exams to confirm arrangements. Please refer to the Alternative Exam Arrangements webpage for more information.
Personal Emergency Evacuation PlanDo you need assistance in the event of an emergency evacuation on campus? The university can develop a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) to provide appropriate assistance for people with disabilities during emergency evacuation. If you would like to develop a PEEP please contact the Disability Adviser on your campus.
Last Call for Applications for the Willing and Able Mentoring Program
Applications for the Willing and Able Mentoring Program (WAM) have been extended until Friday 30th March. WAM matches students with a disability, with a mentor in their chosen field of work. Please send a 100 word statement about why you should be accepted into WAM to disability@unisa.edu.au.
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