Assistive software funded through Disabled Students’ Allowance — consultation opened
We’re seeking views on proposals for the way in which we fund assistive software through Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA).
The Department for Education is addressing higher education funding sustainability and student support, including regulation of tuition fees through the Higher Education Fee Limits Regulations 2026 and support for disabled students through assistive software funding. The policy area covers university financial viability, student maintenance support, and accessibility provisions.
We’re seeking views on proposals for the way in which we fund assistive software through Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA).
Information about changes to undergraduate tuition fees and student support arrangements in the 2025 to 2026 academic year.
Changes to undergraduate tuition fees in 2026 to 2027 academic year and 2027 to 2028 academic year, and student support arrangements for undergraduate and postgraduate students in 2026 to 2027 academic year.
A call for evidence to help improve non-medical help provision for disabled students in higher education.
A call for evidence to help improve non-medical help provision for disabled students in higher education.