International students

In the UK, ‘disability’ is defined in law as a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long term negative impact on day to day activities. This might include:

• Long term medical conditions (e.g. Epilepsy)
• Sensory impairments (e.g. hearing or sight difficulties)
• Mental health conditions (e.g. depression)
• Physical impairments (e.g. wheelchair user)
• Specific learning disabilities (e.g. dyslexia)
• Autism

Disabled students (including international disabled students) are protected under Section 6 of the Equality Act 2010. The Equality Act says that you cannot be treated any less favourably than a student who is not disabled. You may also be entitled to additional support and services.