Student equity and disability services

This includes health conditions with an impact of six weeks or more.

Examples medium-term (six weeks-six months) circumstances:

• Broken bones
• Glandular fever
• Surgery and recovery

Examples of long-term or ongoing health conditions:

• Long-term illness
• Mood disorders (Eg. depression or bipolar disorder)
• Anxiety disorders
• Stress-induced disorders
• Personality disorders
• Eating disorders

Reading materials

• We reformat materials such as textbooks and subject readings
• We convert materials into an accessible file type (usually a Word document)
• This allows you to customise the formatting or use compatible screen readers
• Reformatting also includes adding alternative text descriptions to diagrams and images

Video materials

• We can review videos to ensure captions include essential information (eg lecture recordings)

Early access to materials

• If materials are ready, we can sometimes provide them to you earlier. This allows you extra time to read ahead of class

We can arrange learning support equipment tailored to your needs. This may include:

• Accessible restrooms for people with disabilities
• Mobility scooters for getting around campus
• Designated parking spaces for people with disabilities
• Wheelchair-accessible pathways

The University Security team and faculties are responsible for maintaining accessible learning environments on campus. We will provide additional support if you have specific accessibility needs

Class timetabling

• We can provide priority access to class times that suit your circumstances

Placement arrangements We can recommend changes your faculty can make to remove any barriers. Changes may not always be possible, but may include:

• Closer to home placements
• Part-time instead of full-time

Flexible attendance This may include:

• Attending online instead of in person
• Options for making up for missing a class
• Flexibility to attend different class streams

Extensions

• We can recommend your faculty allow extra time for you to submit your assessments. Extensions may be up to and including 10 business days.

Special arrangements for assessment

• We can recommend changes your faculty can make to remove any barriers to completing tasks. This may include adjusting the format or delivery mode for some assessments

Alternative Exam Arrangements (AEAs) Students may be eligible for adjusted exam conditions to support equitable access. These adjustments can include:

• Additional time for reading and/or writing
• Scheduled rest breaks during the exam
• Completing exams using a computer or handwritten format
• Alternative exam venues (e.g., a smaller, quieter room)
• Access to a reader or scribe
• Customized exam scheduling (e.g., morning or afternoon sessions, or limiting to one exam per day)

These arrangements may apply to:

• Final exams at the end of semester or academic year
• Supplementary or special consideration exams
• Mid-semester and in-class assessments
• Practical or hands-on exams

1. Get Ready to Register Plan ahead for your application:

• Choose the right time to apply
• Understand the eligibility criteria
• Collect all necessary documents and details

2. Submit Your Registration Once you’re prepared, begin the registration process:

• Learn about the application steps
• Complete and submit your registration
• Know what happens after you apply

3. Develop Your Support Plan After reviewing your application, we’ll reach out to:

• Arrange a consultation to discuss your needs
• Develop your Academic Adjustment Plan (AAP)
• Finalize and confirm your registration

4. Put Your Plan into Action Once registered, we’ll assist you in implementing your AAP by:

• Sending you a digital copy of the plan
• Supporting you in sharing the plan with lecturers and faculty staff
• Staying connected to help you update your plan when needed