Support for disabled students

We welcome you to apply to study at Magdalene if you have a disability.

Magdalene and the University of Cambridge are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and warmly welcome students with a disability. We strive to provide the necessary support and adjustments to ensure that all students can fully engage with their studies and College life. Whether you have a physical disability, a sensory impairment, a long-term health condition or a specific learning difficulty, we encourage you to reach out so we can discuss how best to support you.

The application process is fair, accessible and inclusive. If you're disabled, your application will be assessed in the same way as any other application.

The College works closely with The Accessibility and Disability Resources Centre (ADRC) to ensure that students have the support, equipment, and facilities required.

Please let us know about your disability in your UCAS application. You can also tell us about your disability at the end of the My Cambridge Application and in the Extenuating Circumstances Form.

Access

The College is committed to supporting students and will make every effort to accommodate individual needs and address any challenges where possible. We encourage students to get in touch to discuss specific requirements so that we can provide the necessary adjustments. For more details on facilities and access, please see the Building Accessibility information.

Adaptations

The College is committed to making adjustments to facilities where needed, whenever possible. If you are a new or prospective student, we encourage you to contact us as early as possible to discuss your individual requirements.

Support for students with specific needs is arranged on a case-by-case basis, working closely with the DRC. Current students can speak to their Tutor, while applicants are welcome to contact the Academic Office to discuss available options.

The Accessibility and Disability Resources Centre (ADRC)

The The Accessibility and Disability Resources Centre (ADRC) is on the ground floor of the Student Services Centre on the New Museums Site. Enter from Bene't Street. The main entrance is on the left.

The ADRC provides advice, resources, and specialist support for students with both visible and invisible disabilities, as well as learning support.

Magdalene has a designated Disability Advisor at the ADRC. The Centre has a team of specialist advisors for students with specific disabilities. For more information on available support and how to arrange an appointment, please visit the ADRC website.

Magdalene Support

Your Tutor and the Pastoral Team are here to provide advice and support on any concerns you may have. Prospective students who wish to discuss their needs can contact the Academic Office for guidance.

Magdalene’s Disability Liaison Officer is also the Rooms Tutor and can offer advice on access, accommodation, and any other related matters.