Office for Students with Disabilities and Chronic Illnesses
For students with disabilities or chronic illnesses, a wide variety of factors related to their university or degree program can considerably impede their studies. Therefore, we are constantly working to improve the information and counseling services that we offer and to implement reasonable accommodations in accordance with Section 11 of the examination regulations.
What we offerMission and approach of the Office for Students with Disabilities and Chronic Illnesses
The office’s target audience consists of prospective students and current students with disabilities and chronic illnesses. Our goal is to support the University of Hamburg’s development into an inclusive institution of higher education and, in doing so, to enable students with disabilities and chronic illnesses to pursue their studies in an inclusive environment.
Our mission and approachInformation and advising
We provide guidance and support for all disability-related matters concerning academic orientation, the application process, and your studies.
Video: Support for students with disabilities or chronic illnesses. Are you eligible?
In this video, you’ll learn how large the group of students with disabilities and chronic illnesses is and whether you’re part of it.
More videos on studying with a disability or chronic illness