If you have a disability, chronic condition or other learning condition which requires extra attention, the University of Amsterdam (UvA) can provide extra support. Visit this link for more information on the support services available to students.

Additionally, you can contact the Student Life Officer for more information about studying with a disability, chronic illness or learning condition at AUC.

Requesting Special Provisions

Academic provisions

If you require a special provision in your academic requirements and have any questions, your first point of contact is always your tutor. You will need to complete the Medical Documentation for Special Provisions and submit this to the Board of Examiners via the AUC Digital Service Desk:

• Visit AUC Digital Service Desk
• Then select "Examinations Board: Academic Accommodation on the basis of Physical or Mental health or Disability"
• Complete the digital form and attach the filled-out Medical Documentation for Special Provisions

Residential provisions

If you require a special provision in your residential requirements, you will need to complete the Medical Documentation for Special Provisions. Once completed, please email the letter or form to the Student Life Officer (studentlifeofficer@auc.nl).

Please note that all requests for special provisions will be handled confidentially; documentation and requests will only be shared on a need-to-know basis.  

UvA IDEAs (Inclusivity, Equity, Disability, and Accessibility)

UvA IDEAs (Inclusivity, Equity, Disability, and Accessibility) is made up of students with a disability who want to jointly ensure that every student has the chance to get as much out of their studies as possible without experiencing any obstacles from the UvA arising from their disability. Visit this link for more information.

Studying with Dyslexia

If you have dyslexia and have or expect problems in studying because of this, the UvA can provide extra support. Visit this link for more information.

Studying with ADD/ADHD

If you have ADD or ADHD and have or expect problems in studying because of this, the UvA can provide extra support. Visit this link for more information.

Disability Handbook 

The Disability Handbook aims to raise awareness regarding disability, accessibility, and inclusivity in higher education. Published online, it provides guidance to those looking for support to navigate disability-related challenges arising in academia, and is available to anyone who wishes to inform themselves on the topic. For any questions or comments, you can contact the author, Lisa Dondainas: disabilityhandbook@outlook.fr.

Resources

• Flowchart with student support services
• Student.uva.nl: Studying with a disability, dyslexia or chronic illness
• AUC Digital Service Desk form for requesting Academic Accommodation on the basis of Physical or Mental health or Disability"