Study Material
For accessible study material, you can visit the DU Resource Office at HUMARGA, room 367, in the Arts and Social Sciences building, or email us at [email protected] to discuss your specific requirements.
Assistive Technology
Computers with screen-reading, magnifying and text-to-speech software such as JAWS, Read & Write and ZoomText, as well as braille embossers and digital magnifiers, are available at the Resource Office. For enquiries about assistive technology on your personal devices, contact Rudi le Roux at 021 808 2128 or email [email protected].
Assessment Concessions
The application process can be found under Student Assessments at https://www.su.ac.za/en/students/support/disability/assessment-concessions. Applications must be uploaded on SUNStudent by the closing date. For appointments about various concessions and general enquiries, contact [email protected] or [email protected]
Financial Support
Financial support is not offered by the DU. For financial support to cover your study and/or accommodation fees, contact the Centre for Bursaries and Loans, Division Student Access or the Contact and Client Service Centre at 021 808 9111. For National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) bursaries, apply via www.nsfas.org.za.
Accommodation
Apply for University accommodation on the same application portal for degrees. Contact the SU Contact and Client Service Centre at 021 808 9111 or [email protected] for further queries.
Off campus/private accommodation enquiries can be directed to Commercial Services at 021 808 3950, or Neelsie Properties (situated in the Langenhoven Student Centre on the Stellenbosch Campus) at 021 887 3780, or visit Stellies Student Stay at www.stellies-student-stay.co.za.
Academic Support
Should you require academic support for individual subjects, please contact the relevant lecturers and faculty support officers in your faculty.
Writing Consultations
Do you need free advice on writing assignments? Unsure of how to get started? Contact Anne-Mari Lackay at 021 808 2989 or [email protected] or call Vinelene Hartley at 021 808 2161.
Reading Consultations
Contact Marisca Coetzee at [email protected] for an academic reading consultation.
Library
Students who need assistance with tracking library materials should contact their faculty librarian.
Sporting Activities
The University offers a variety of sporting codes for persons with disabilities. Contact Wentzel Barnard on 021 808 3537 or [email protected] for more information.
Societies
There is a diverse range of societies, managed by the Societies Council for students to join. Some examples are: exciting opportunities for students interested in neurodiversity and disability (SUNDS) – Instagram: @su_sunds and website – https://linkr.bio/sunds or psychology – Instagram: @psychssus [email protected].
Further information can be found at https://www.sun.ac.za/english/students/student-societies/about
Service Dogs
A service dog is a working dog that is trained to assist a person, who is disabled, in various ways. The dog can be recognised by their branded vest, collar or harness, which specifies "service dog". All service dogs on campus must be registered with the DU.
Other services at CSCD
The CSCD offers various support services such as counselling for personal difficulties, career planning and job-seeking skills, stress and time management, study skills and various disability leadership and awareness programmes.
Academic skills development - [email protected]
Career services - students - [email protected]
Emotional support - [email protected].
Visit www.sun.ac.za/cscd to access CSCD support groups or email [email protected].
Disability programmes - [email protected].
A 24-hour crisis service for emotional and psychological emergencies, managed by ER24, is available on 010 205 3032. Feel free to visit 49 Victoria Street during office hours (08:00-13:15 and 13:45-16:00).
Campus Security
For security assistance, emergencies, or the free Walk-With Service, contact Campus Security 24/7. Stellenbosch Campus: Tel. 021 808 2333 | Toll-free: 0800 02 58 27 | WhatsApp (Walk-With Service): 082 808 2333. Tygerberg Campus: Tel. 021 931 5111 | Toll-free: 0800 00 67 67 | WhatsApp (Walk-With Service): 083 938 1841.
Campus Health Services
Doctors and nurses are available at the Campus Health Services at 7 Claassen Street, Stellenbosch (next to Metanoia residence). Contact them on 021 808 3496/3494. For assistance at the Student Centre on Francie van Zijl Drive, Tygerberg Campus, call 021 927 7020.
Accessible Parking
SU makes provision for the parking needs of students with mobility difficulties. Contact Melanie Willems at [email protected] for assistance.
Remember that you still need to register/apply for parking via the link https://www0.sun.ac.za/sustainability/pages/services/transport/parking/applications-and-changes/for-students.php.
Contact Us
Enquiries regarding accessible study material: [email protected] or visit the Resource Office on the 3rd floor of the Arts and Social Sciences building, at the corner of Ryneveld and Merriman
DU-specific and general disability-related enquiries: [email protected] or visit the Disability Unit at 39 Victoria Street, Simon Nkoli House.
For Tygerberg consultations, please contact [email protected]
Phone: 021 808 4707
Facebook: @sudisabilityunit
Instagram: @sudisabilityunit