AccessAbility
Information on accessible start of studies
Contact
Email: zab@uni-bielefeld.de
Melanie Moor
Counsellor for students with disabilities or chronic illnesses - ZAB
- Phone
- +49 521 106-67485
- Office
- UHG B2-308
Disability, chronic or mental illness and still study? Yes, of course!
The Accessibility Services (ZAB) are here to support you in getting off to an accessible start to your studies and beyond. On this page, we would like to provide you with an overview of the various services available to (new) students with disability, chronic or mental illness.
Offers
ZAB student counselling service
The ZAB student counselling service offers voluntary, confidential and independent advice to students and prospective students on all matters relating to accessible higher education. The ZAB student portal also contains a range of information on topics such as disadvantage compensation and student finance.
Support for participation in studies
The ZAB provides an overview and information on support for participation in studies. This includes, for example, networking groups, student workspaces designed for low-stimulus working or equipped with assistive technologies, as well as quiet rooms and study assistance.
Accessibility-friendly navigation around campus with UniMaps
UniMaps is an app designed to facilitate accessible-friendly navigation on the campus of Bielefeld University, developed by and in collaboration with students within the Disabled Persons’ Representative Council / Accessibility Services (ZAB).
"Welcome Back to Campus" event
The "Welcome Back to Campus" event, organised by Student Health Management, brings students together at the start of the semester and showcases everything Bielefeld University has to offer. The ZAB is also taking part in the event with an information stand, providing details on studying with disability, chronic or mental illness.
Health services at a glance
The Student Health Management provides an overview of various health services. The services offered by Bielefeld University are clearly organised into categories such as physical and mental health, and social interaction.
Information Weeks at Bielefeld University
During the Information Weeks, prospective students have the opportunity to find out all about studying at Bielefeld University. Subjects are presented and information is provided on topics such as funding your studies, finding accommodation, and applying and enrolling. The ZAB is taking part in the Information Weeks with a talk on studying with disability, chronic or mental illness.
Start of studies
The "Start of studies" page contains information for all new students, for example on preparatory courses, introductory sessions and contact persons.