Student support at DMU

At DMU, we're dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive community that ensures your university experience is healthy, happy and productive. Whether you've got a disability, want additional help with your academic skills, or simply need somebody to talk to, DMU offers a range of resources to support your development and studies, helping you to succeed and to achieve your full potential.

DMU has dedicated resources to provide extra academic skills support to students. This includes essay writing, general written English, research skills, time management, verbal presentations, and exam preparation.

Additionally, every undergraduate and postgraduate student is assigned a personal tutor, fostering a relationship for guidance and support throughout their academic journey. Specialist services, such as The Student Gateway, Library and Learning Services, and Student Advice Centres, further contribute to fulfilling academic potential and achieving personal development goals.

Our DMU Money Advice team offers confidential and impartial advice on tuition fees, financial assistance, and funding for students. They handle responsibilities such as liaising with funding bodies like Student Finance England and Student Loans Company (excluding NHS), confirming registration for maintenance payments, and triggering tuition fee loan payments. Students can have a range of flexible appointment options to suit their needs.

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The Disability Advice and Support (DSA) team is committed to providing support to enable students to achieve their full potential. At DMU, we know that each person's disability can affect them in different ways, so the support we offer is flexible and tailored to each individual. We aim to ensure that all our students have the opportunity to fully participate in their chosen course and university experience.

DMU's Autism Support Team won the National Association of Disability Practitioners (NADP) Service Team of the Year 2023, a national award for excellence in disability support, and also won a trio of awards for wellbeing support.

DMU’s Wellbeing Team provides confidential counselling, offering students impartial support for personal matters, alongside masterclasses on topics such as mindfulness, productivity, goal setting and managing pressure. The Mental Health Inclusion Team helps students overcome day-to-day challenges and access the support they need for a positive university experience. We encourage students to disclose mental health conditions early for tailored support, which may include working with academics, the exams office and other key teams to ensure appropriate assistance.

All students and staff have the right to feel respected, safe and supported. DMU's Mandala Project offers support and guidance for DMU students who may have experienced sexual harassment, assault, stalking, coercion or inappropriate behaviors that may create an intimidating environment on campus. Additionally, in line with our No Space for Hate initiative, DMU actively combats inappropriate behaviors, offering support - through policy, online information, anonymous reporting, and specialised services - to students affected by hate or harassment.

With award-winning careers support, guaranteed work experience, placement years, internships and live industry projects, DMU equips you with the skills, confidence and connections to succeed.

The Careers Team at DMU helps you prepare for life after university through tailored coaching, training, employer engagement opportunities, enterprise support and skills development. With expert guidance and 24/7 access to online resources, you'll be equipped to make informed decisions, explore your options and confidently pursue your career ambitions.

If you're thinking about studying at DMU and have a question regarding the support available, you can chat to a current student now.

Visit our Student Gateway pages for signposting to the support and resources available to you.