Beyond DSA: Accessibility Strategy for Higher Education

Beyond DSA: Accessibility Strategy for Higher Education

Universities are under increasing pressure to deliver inclusive, compliant, and financially sustainable accessibility support at scale. Reliance on Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) alone leaves institutions exposed to unmet need, widening participation gaps, and operational strain.

In this panel-style webinar, CareScribe and UMHAN share practical, data-driven insights for Higher Education professionals on how institutions are addressing these challenges through alternative funding models, institutional licensing, and scalable assistive technology strategies.

Date: Thursday, 12 February 2026
Time: 13:00 – 14:00
Where: Online via Zoom

Where institutional support models fall short:

• International Students: 25% of UK university students are international, yet ineligible for DSA.
• Hidden Needs: Students with anxiety, ADHD, or processing difficulties who don’t disclose.
• Underserved UK Students: Those who don’t apply due to stigma or complexity.
• Staff Delays: Staff waiting 6+ months for Access to Work assessments.

Please note: this session discusses institutional strategy and service delivery and does not provide guidance or support for individual students.

Is this for you?

This session is ideal for university professionals responsible for accessibility and student support, including:

• Student Support & Wellbeing Teams advocating for equitable access to technology.
• Accessibility Leads & Assistive Tech Coordinators implementing scalable solutions.
• University Leaders & Decision-Makers evaluating funding, compliance, and ROI for tech adoption.
• Mental Health Practitioners supporting students whose needs fall outside traditional support frameworks.

You’ll benefit most if you’re responsible for ensuring inclusive access, navigating funding and policy challenges, or seeking practical, scalable ways to close the assistive tech gap.