DSA Equipment List

What is DSA? Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) is a grant that you don’t have to repay issued by the government to disabled and neurodivergent students whose learning at university is directly impacted by their condition and symptoms. The eligibility requirements are outlined here, where you can learn more about the types of disabilities which are eligible […]

Canada Student Grant for Disabled Student Support at University

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Are you a disabled/neurodivergent university student in Canada? Perhaps you are thinking of applying for uni next year? If so, you may be interested to learn more about the disabled student support for university students in Canada. University can be a more challenging and expensive experience for disabled/neurodivergent students due to the additional time, energy, […]

How to fill out the DSA1 form (step by step)

Are you a disabled/neurodivergent person applying for or attending university in the UK? If so, you could be eligible to receive DSA. Disabled Students’ Allowance is a non-repayable grant issued by the government to students whose learning is impacted by their disability/condition. There are two ways that you can apply for DSA; either through your […]

How to navigate the Jamworks DSA Community for maximum disability support at university

Join our DSA Community for Disabled and Neurodivergent students

What is the Jamworks DSA Community? The Jamworks DSA Community is a freely accessible group for disabled and neurodivergent students at university hosted via the online platform Discord. The group is organised by the Jamworks team and a group of DSA experts who can support students with their application for Disabled Students’ Allowance. If you […]

How to know if you’re eligible for DSA and how to provide evidence

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Are you a disabled/neurodivergent student at university in the UK? If so, you may be eligible for DSA (Disabled Students’ Allowance), a non-repayable grant issued by the government to students whose disability/condition directly impacts their ability to study and learn at university. You can claim up to £25,000 worth of support through the DSA programme, […]

Why you should tell a friend to apply for DSA

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Disabled Students’ Allowance is a non-repayable grant issued by the government to disabled and neurodivergent students whose learning is impacted by their condition or disability. You may have heard of the DSA programme before through your student finance application or from fellow students who have been offered support. And if this is your first time […]

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, […]

The Cheapest University in UK for International Students 2023

If you are interested in studying at university in the UK as an international student, it can be tricky to know how to get started with the process. There are many factors to consider when beginning to plan this next step in your life and it’s okay if it may seem overwhelming. Fees and funding […]

How much DSA do you get for Dyslexia?

Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) is a non-repayable grant available to UK students with learning difficulties and impacted disabilities. Dyslexia is a learning difficulty which is classed as an eligible diagnosis for receiving DSA at university, but how much is offered to students struggling with this condition? How does Dyslexia impact a student’s learning and ability […]

Best Student Bank Accounts for studying in the UK

When students start studying at university, they are eligible to apply for a student bank account. But what is a student bank account, and why would one need to open a separate account from their current account? Today we will look at the answers to these questions, as well as determine the best bank account […]