Student Development and Disability Unit (SDDU)

Welcome to the Student Development and Disability Unit (SDDU) in the Department of Student Affairs (DSA)

 

About the Student Development and Disability Unit (SDDU)

The SDDU provides student-centred support to foster belonging, leadership, personal growth, and academic success for all students, including those living with disabilities.

We offer opportunities to enhance academic performance, develop employability skills, and adapt to university life through mentorship, entrepreneurial initiatives, and peer engagement.

What Does SDDU Offer?

We’re here to help you succeed through a range of initiatives tailored to support and empower you throughout your time at UP:

Access, Disability, and Inclusion Services (ADIS): ADIS ensures students with disabilities have equal access to education and student life. We provide accommodations like assistive technology, academic concessions, and a dedicated assessment venue.
Temporary disability? We’ve got you covered.
Find us in the Old Chemistry Building or contact us at [email protected] or 012 420 2064.

Student Entrepreneurship: Got big ideas? UP supports your entrepreneurial journey with a free online course, workshops, and market opportunities. Explore more on the Entrepreneurship website.

First-Year Experience programmes help first-year students transition from high school to university life through life skills development and mentoring activities.

Special Programmes: Join student committees like STARS Mentorship and VITA to build community, gain leadership experience and grow personally and professionally. 

At SDDU, we’re here to empower you to connect, thrive and succeed at UP!

Contact Information

Head: Student Development and Disability Unit
Veronica Israel

Tel: +27 (0)12 420 2370

Email: [email protected]

Address:
SDDU is located in Natural Sciences 2 floor 4 whilst the DSA building is being renovated.

 

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