We estimate that between 20-25% of students at the University have some form of visible or invisible disability.
Any student enrolled in an assessed course, who has a听disability, medical condition, specific learning difficulty, mental health condition or a temporary impairment that affects their ability to study听is eligible to register with听Te Ratonga Whaikaha|Student Accessibility Service at any stage of the academic year.
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Accessibility
Lots of UC students are living with an accessibility challenge. Te Ratonga Whaikaha | Student Accessibility Service is here to support you and help you achieve your academic goals. We provide practical study support and can make special arrangements for your exams.听
About accessibility at UC
Central Library Drop-In Sessions
Every morning during the standard UC term weeks, an Accessibility Advisor will be present in Puaka James Hight library holding drop-in sessions - no appointment needed!
Monday - Friday, 9:30am - 12pm
Look for us in the western corner of Level 3 (follow the white line on the floor), or ask at the helpdesk on Level 2.
End-of-year Exam Registration Deadline
In order to receive Special Arrangements for the Exams at the end of Semester 2, you must register with TRW|SAS by Friday, October 11th.
If you are already registered, this is also the final date to add or change your arrangements.
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This deadline does not apply for unexpected temporary impairments (i.e. injuries).
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Study and exam accessibility support
Te Ratonga Whaikaha | the Student Accessibility Service offers effective, individualised support that's consistent with our goal of full inclusion. Learn about study and exam accessibility support at UC.
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Study and exam accessibility support
Te Ratonga Whaikaha | the Student Accessibility Service offers effective, individualised support that's consistent with our goal of full inclusion. Learn about study and exam accessibility support at UC.
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Study and exam accessibility support
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Campus accessibility
UC's campus is mainly flat but there are still some access problems around campus. We invite feedback from anyone experiencing access difficulties so we can keep on improving access as resources allow. Find out about campus accessibility at UC.
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Campus accessibility
UC's campus is mainly flat but there are still some access problems around campus. We invite feedback from anyone experiencing access difficulties so we can keep on improving access as resources allow. Find out about campus accessibility at UC.
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Campus accessibility
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Student Accessibility Service
Approximately 20-25% of our students have some form of visible or invisible accessibility challenge. Te Ratonga Whaikaha | Student Accessibility Service (TRW | SAS) is here to provide support services, assistance, and advice to make sure you make the most of your time with us achieve your academic goals. Learn about UC's Student Accessibility Service.
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Student Accessibility Service
Approximately 20-25% of our students have some form of visible or invisible accessibility challenge. Te Ratonga Whaikaha | Student Accessibility Service (TRW | SAS) is here to provide support services, assistance, and advice to make sure you make the most of your time with us achieve your academic goals. Learn about UC's Student Accessibility Service.
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Student Accessibility Service
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Supporting evidence
To request accessibility support services you'll need to provide some documentation. See what supporting evidence you'll need.
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Supporting evidence
To request accessibility support services you'll need to provide some documentation. See what supporting evidence you'll need.
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Supporting evidence
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Temporary impairments
If your ability to study or meet assessment obligations is impaired at any time, contact Te Ratonga Whaikaha | Student Accessibility Service as soon as you can. See how to manage temporary impairments while you're at UC.
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Temporary impairments
If your ability to study or meet assessment obligations is impaired at any time, contact Te Ratonga Whaikaha | Student Accessibility Service as soon as you can. See how to manage temporary impairments while you're at UC.
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Temporary impairments
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Disabled students
At UC, we celebrate disabled people as a valued part of our diverse community. We value lived experience of disability and the expertise that it brings. We are committed to improving the experience of students who are disabled by the environment.听
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Disabled students
At UC, we celebrate disabled people as a valued part of our diverse community. We value lived experience of disability and the expertise that it brings. We are committed to improving the experience of students who are disabled by the environment.听
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Disabled students
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New Zealand sign language courses
Te Ratonga Whaikaha | the Student Accessibility Service offers a short, introductory, skill-based New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) course. Learn more about New Zealand sign language courses at UC and sign up.
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New Zealand sign language courses
Te Ratonga Whaikaha | the Student Accessibility Service offers a short, introductory, skill-based New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) course. Learn more about New Zealand sign language courses at UC and sign up.
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New Zealand sign language courses
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Disability and accessibility-related services in the community
There are a wide range of disability and accessibility-related agencies and organisations in 艑tautahi | Christchurch. Check out these organisations for disability and accessiblity support in the community.
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Disability and accessibility-related services in the community
There are a wide range of disability and accessibility-related agencies and organisations in 艑tautahi | Christchurch. Check out these organisations for disability and accessiblity support in the community.
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Disability and accessibility-related services in the community
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Scholarships for disabled students
UC has a number of scholarships available for disabled students. Have a look and see what you might be eligible for.听
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Scholarships for disabled students
UC has a number of scholarships available for disabled students. Have a look and see what you might be eligible for.听
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Scholarships for disabled students