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  • Coming to university with a long-term health condition

    My name is Ashleigh, and I am a first year undergraduate student studying Biomedical Sciences. I am originally from the UK and live in university-owned, on-campus accommodation. I am particularly…

  • Being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes while at uni

    Hi, I’m Amelia! A first year French and German student and this article is about my diagnosis of type 1 diabetes, and the support I’ve had while at university. The…

  • How the Step Ahead programme gave me a head-start

    Moving to university can be a daunting experience for anyone, especially with the added complications of a disability to consider. But don’t worry, York has lots on offer to help…

  • Finding and Being ‘Me’ at York – Disabled, Working Class and Proud

    As I write this, I have just finished my third and final year of my History degree at York. When reflecting on my time here, and how I’ve changed since…

  • Postgraduate Study with an Invisible Disability

    Before you go Check out your options A lot of courses at York have part-time or online study options for postgraduates. These are well worth investigating to find the best…

  • Being at university with a chronic illness

    I’ve had migraines my whole life. But when I was 14, these migraines went from once or twice a year to every single day. I’ve tried several medications, doctors, MRI’s…