University Students - Student Advice Centre

Studying with a disability at Paderborn University

Studying and, in particular, starting university is an intensive time. At the beginning, there is a lot to plan, organise and find at once. And after your first arrival on the degree programme and on campus, there are often further challenges waiting for you: applying for compensation for disadvantages, accessibility of rooms, orientation aids, needs-based implementation of stays abroad and internships and much more.

We will show you what options you have at Paderborn University to obtain equal opportunities and support networking with each other. Subscribe to our newsletter to be regularly informed about the latest offers.

Network with fellow students

Especially at the beginning of your studies, you often feel alone and insecure. If you would like to network with fellow students, make new friends or simply get away from everyday university life, we have put together some events for you here.

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Disadvantage compensation

Compensation for disadvantages can seem complex at first glance - what exactly it is, who can apply for it and how the process works often raises many questions. Here you will find all the important information you need to find out all about compensation for disadvantages.

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Aids

Paderborn University offers a wide range of aids for students with disabilities to enable them to study without barriers. You can find an overview of all aids here.

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Offers on the campus

There are also numerous services on the Paderborn University campus that make life easier for students with disabilities or chronic illnesses. You can find a detailed overview of the support services here.

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