The Best Universities for Disabled Students UK
Choosing which universities to apply for can be a challenging decision and if you’re a disabled or neurodivergent student there are more factors to consider beyond the type of degree you will choose. It can be hard to know whether a university will be able to support your individual needs and how to access disability […]
How much DSA can I get for ADHD?
Disabled Students’ Allowance is a non-repayable grant issued by the government to disabled and neurodivergent students whose learning and studies are directly impacted by their condition or disability. ADHD is classed as a disability in the UK so is therefore a condition which is eligible for DSA funding. If you are a student with ADHD, […]
How to Stay Focused while Studying – Tips if you have a Poor Attention Span
A poor attention span is a factor which affected my ability to study efficiently as a university student for a long time. That was until I learned how to stay focused while studying! The ability to focus and concentrate on lectures and revision is something which every student has struggled with at some point, whether […]
Disabled Students’ Allowance – how to navigate university as a disabled or neurodivergent student
University is an experience which is referred to by many as “the best years of your life” due to the opportunities it provides for learning and self-development, making connections and memories and becoming independent in navigating adulthood. However, university is not a one-size-fits-all experience, and there are more options and adaptations available than many students […]
The Jamworks DSA Community – Supporting you through your DSA Application Process for Study Success!
Whether you’re about to start your first year of university or are a returning student applying for the first time, the DSA application can appear as a daunting process. However, without realising it you have already made the first step in accessing support, by deciding to apply! University is an experience which is not one-size-fits-all, and […]
The benefits of Jamworks Key Points for disabled and neurodivergent students
Jamworks Key Points are an essential feature of the Jamworks app, created to enhance learning and revision for all students – particularly those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. This tool automatically generates structured, digestible notes from lecture recordings. Each Key Point includes a clear heading, an explanation, and bullet points to break down content for […]
The benefits of Jamworks AI Summaries for disabled and neurodivergent students
Jamworks AI Summaries are a powerful assistive study technology available through the Jamworks app. Summaries are your AI-powered tool for turning full-length lectures, meetings, or study sessions into clear, concise overviews to help you understand the main ideas quickly without replaying entire sessions. Designed to streamline and simplify the study process, these summaries are especially […]
The benefits of Jamworks Automatic Highlighting (hands-free) for disabled and neurodivergent students
Jamworks’ Automatic Highlighting is a hands-free feature designed with accessibility and inclusivity at its core. This AI-powered tool helps disabled and neurodivergent students by automatically identifying and capturing key lecture content, turning it into clear and structured highlight clips. You can think of Automatic Highlights as like chapters or audio notes. Dyslexia For students […]
The benefits of Jamworks AI Flashcards for disabled and neurodivergent students
Disabled and neurodivergent students can get Jamworks Pro for the duration of their studies, completely free through the DSA (Disabled Students’ Allowance) scheme. Jamworks Pro automatically generates interactive AI flashcards from every lesson, which helps with learning and revision. Here are some of the specific benefits of AI flashcards for different disabled and neurodivergent students: […]
Is Dyslexia a disability in the UK?
What is Dyslexia? Dyslexia is a condition which affects a person’s understanding of sound structure in language, verbal memory and processing speed. This learning difficulty affects how those with the condition both read and spell, which can pose many challenges in day-today life as well as academic situations. Dyslexia does not affect intelligence, however the […]
