Supports offered by Accessibility Services
Accessibility Services can offer a range of support for students with disabilities.
To access support, please register with Accessibility Services.
Register with Accessibility Services
Register with us to access supports throughout your studies at the University of Waikato.
Alternative test & exam arrangements
Learn about available supports for tests and exams, including options like extra time, rest breaks, and separate rooms.
Notetaking support
Learn more about notetaking support for lectures or how to become a notetaker.
Assistive technology and alternative formats
Explore assistive technologies and learn how to request course materials in formats like large print, braille, audio, or accessible digital versions (available where possible).
Campus accessibility
Find accessibility details for Hamilton and Tauranga campuses.
Other supports and services
Learn about other supports and services available to students studying at the University of Waikato.
Study Support Plan (SSP)
Your SSP is a personalised document that outlines the support you may need during your studies. This can include things like:
- Alternative test or exam arrangements
- Notetaking support
- Regular check-ins
- Advocacy and communication support
Your SSP is created together with an Accessibility Advisor, based on your input. Once it's ready, you will be able to view your SSP in MyWaikato and, with your permission, it can be shared with your lecturers or kept on file for future use.
Who we support
We offer support for a wide range of conditions, whether long-term, short-term, or temporary.
These include, but are not limited to:
| Condition | Description |
| Physical | Mobility, Speech, Occupational Overuse Syndrome, Limited Physical Use or Function |
| Medical | Chronic Fatigue, Autoimmune Disease, Diabetes |
| Mental health | Anxiety, Depression, PTSD |
| Neurodivergent | Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Processing Disorders |
| Sensory | Vision, Hearing |
| Temporary | Injuries, Concussion |
If you're uncertain about your eligibility for Accessibility Services, please contact our team.