Welcome to the University of Pretoria’s Access, Disability, and Inclusion Services (ADIS). The University of Pretoria (UP) has an institutional commitment to ensuring an integrated and inclusive learning experience for students with disabilities. Accordingly, ADIS aims to create an enabling environment by providing support to students with disabilities. We encourage you to register with ADIS and visit our webpage regularly to keep abreast of any updates. 

We operate within the Department of Student Affairs and support students with disabilities in partnership with professional services and faculties. ADIS endeavours to establish a human rights culture at UP which allows for equal access and participation of students with disabilities in the learning environment. ADIS facilitates academic accommodations in partnership with the professional services and academic departments.

Walk-In-Sessions/Consultations:

ADIS staff run virtual consultation sessions and walk-in sessions to support you with queries daily between 08:00 and 12:30 at the Old Chemistry Building, Room 1-4 or email [email protected]. The ADIS administrator will assist you with completing the walk-in form prior to each consultation. 

Sessions are offered on a first-come, first-served basis and are suitable for a range of queries including:

• Should I register with ADIS?
• What support is available?
• How do I book tests and exams at ADIS?
• In-depth queries such as a change in support needs or a review of concessions? 

In efforts to create an integrated and inclusive learning environment for students with disabilities, ADIS offers the following services:

• ​Assistive technological services: screenings, training, and support to students with disabilities regarding a variety of assistive computer technologies and software applications available at our computer lab. Training sessions are available by request.
• Adapted text arrangements: Conversion of study material into accessible formats.
• Facilitation of test and examination accommodations for students with disabilities.
• Test and Exam Concession applications (relevant supporting medical report and registration with ADIS required).
• Orientation and mobility training for students with low vision and/or blindness.
• Concession support for students with learning disabilities.
• Referrals for recommended textbooks in electronic format.
• Accessible study venues and a computer lab.