Studying with Special Circumstances

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Do you need extra support because of special circumstances? You might be dealing with disability or chronic illness. Or you're combining your studies with another time-consuming activity, such as a professional sport or a business. No problem! We help you make the most out of your studies.

Do you have special circumstances that affect your studies? For example, disability, chronic illness, or involvement in elite sport? Need extra facilities to support you in your studies?

HAN offers several services to ensure your study environment fits your needs. For example:

Modifications to the accessibility of buildings 
Study aids  
Exam provisions 
Potential alternatives to curriculum components 
Timetable adjustments
Adapted attendance requirements
Possible financial aid for study delays

Please note: students with a physical disability who require (daily) personal care must arrange this support themselves.

Studying with disability or illness

HAN offers support to all students with disability or illness. Whether you have a physical, psychological, or sensory disability. Or you're dealing with other conditions. Like dyslexia, autism, ADHD or Chron's disease.

Studying and dealing with personal circumstances

You might be facing difficulties in your personal life. Due to pregnancy or due to a family member who is chronically ill. Whatever your situation is, HAN helps you out to ensure you that you can continue your studies at your pace.

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Studying as an elite athlete

As an elite athlete, you are basically running 2 careers: one as an elite athlete and one as a student. HAN offers you flexible education to make the most of both. You can, for instance, spread your exams or attend classes online.

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Dyslexia

There are standard facilities available for all of our students with dyslexia. Do you have a valid dyslexia statement from your doctor or psychologist? Then you're entitled to:

25% extra time for your exams;
exams on A3 format;
Access to Claroread at home and on all computers at HAN (to support you with reading texts);
Language support from the Student Support Center.

As soon as you've applied for your program, you can request these facilities in Osiris. Just upload your dyslexia statement. That's it! Already a HAN student? Find out how you can get support on Insite.

HAN's dyslexia protocol

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Your special circumstances are very personal. It is up to you to decide whether you want to share these details. Are you planning to inform HAN about your special circumstances? Then it's good to note the following:

Your circumstances do not affect your admission status.
The information you give us will only be shared with your study advisor and student counselor. It won't be shared with your teachers or fellow students. It is up to you to decide who you share these details with.
A meeting with your study advisor is optional - not required. Good to know if just notifying HAN about your circumstances is sufficient for you. Need help during your studies? You can contact your study advisor at any time.

You're not the only one: 20% of HAN students are dealing with special circumstances.

As a HAN student, you get access to many study aids. Do you have dyslexia? The Claroread tool will assist you in reading, writing and summarizing texts.
You can get extra time during your exams or take oral exams instead of written exams. And you get to use tools that help you, such as a laptop.
You can get different assignments or spread out your assignments over a longer period.
Attending classes with other groups or spending less hours in class.
At the end of your first year, you receive study advice. This advice is based on the credits you've earned by attending classes and passing exams.

Positive advice? Then you can move on to the 2nd year. Negative study advice? That usually means you have to quit. However, when you're dealing with special circumstances, exceptions can be made. In that case, your study advisor will give you personal advice. He or she will help you find a solution that allows you to continue your studies successfully.
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Read more about options for financial support in the Regulations for Special Student Facilities.

Need support?

Register your special circumstances

Would you like to register your personal circumstances? When you've applied for a program in Studielink, you can indicate if there are special circumstances. It's up to you to decide whether you want to talk about it or just report it. Your report will not affect your admission and we will not share your story with teachers or classmates.

Meeting a student counselor is optional. You're by no means obligated to share anything. At any moment of your studies, HAN is there to help you out. A student counselor can help you make the most out of the studies. We focus on your personal needs.

Do you have any questions? Don't hesitate to reach out to us at bijzondereomstandigheden@han.nl.

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