Advice on disability and accessibility
The accessibility services (ZAB) supports staff and students at Bielefeld University in all matters relating to disability, chronic illness and accessibility. All counselling is independent, confidential and completely geared towards your individual needs. The aim is to clarify personal situations, identify suitable support options and work together to find practical solutions for a barrier-free working and studying environment.
Counselling for employees
The ZAB offers employees comprehensive support in various areas. This includes support in determining the degree of disability or possible equalisation as well as advice on suitable aids and support services. The ZAB also provides information on structural and digital accessibility in the workplace and shows ways in which personal support measures can be used sensibly to strengthen an inclusive working environment.
The counselling topics for employees at a glance:
- Determining the degree of disability and equalisation
- Applying for aids and support services
- Advice on structural and digital accessibility
- Support with personal development measures
Counselling for students
Students receive support with all questions regarding the compatibility of studying and disability. The ZAB advises on individual disadvantage compensation and, if desired, will guide you through the entire application process. It also helps students to organise their studies in such a way that the requirements of their course and their personal needs are compatible. This can involve, for example, coordinating organisational steps, adapting examination modalities or facilitating information channels.
The counselling topics for students at a glance:
- Compatibility of studying and disability
- Advice on disadvantage compensation
- Support with the organisation of studies
The ZAB is there for you
The ZAB counselling service is available to you at any time if you are studying or working at Bielefeld University. Regardless of whether you need specific support or just want to find out more - the ZAB is there for you and will help you to break down barriers and ensure participation in everyday university life.