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Anyone taking the UKCATSEN or applying with learning disabilities?

First and foremost, I know that schools cannot discriminate admissions against learning disabilities.

However, I have read a few things and even heard from a few people that; if they feel they cannot reasonably accommodate you then they can reject your application!

Truth is I do have a learning disability of ADHD which i've have a diagnosis of since grade 10. I am being treated for it by a physician, and there's no issue with providing sufficient evidence. I guess i'm worried because medicine is quite rigorous with academics, and having a learning disability seems contradictory to what I want. I do have the required grades and have proved myself academically, I maybe not as strong as many of the academically gifted people applying, but what I lack in pure academics I make up for in experience, perseverance, intellect, and differing aspects of intelligence.

In many ways I believe that something that was once my greatest weakness is now my greatest strength. It means I may have to work harder than some to understand material, but that only makes me want this more.

How do I prove that having a learning disability wont hinder my ability to preform? Also, how do I go about talking to medical admissions teams about my disability?
What do I include? What do I leave out?

A little guidance would be much appreciated!
Stay cool-
Original post by elifast
First and foremost, I know that schools cannot discriminate admissions against learning disabilities.

However, I have read a few things and even heard from a few people that; if they feel they cannot reasonably accommodate you then they can reject your application!

Truth is I do have a learning disability of ADHD which i've have a diagnosis of since grade 10. I am being treated for it by a physician, and there's no issue with providing sufficient evidence. I guess i'm worried because medicine is quite rigorous with academics, and having a learning disability seems contradictory to what I want. I do have the required grades and have proved myself academically, I maybe not as strong as many of the academically gifted people applying, but what I lack in pure academics I make up for in experience, perseverance, intellect, and differing aspects of intelligence.

In many ways I believe that something that was once my greatest weakness is now my greatest strength. It means I may have to work harder than some to understand material, but that only makes me want this more.

How do I prove that having a learning disability wont hinder my ability to preform? Also, how do I go about talking to medical admissions teams about my disability?
What do I include? What do I leave out?

A little guidance would be much appreciated!
Stay cool-


Hey :smile:
I applied last year for 2015 entry and my application was the same as everyone elses. UKCATSEN wasn't even mentioned until about a week or two before I received my offer - they just wanted evidence :smile:

Good luck!
Hey OP!
I assume that by now you have came to a conclusion of a sort with regards to this matter; its been 3 years so I hope you have.
I, frankly, have found myself in the same position you were in 2015 and I was wondering what decision you made and whether it was the right one. I'm still debating whether I should take advantage of what I am entitled to but I fear it would compromise my chances at securing a place at a university...

Regards,
Strix
Original post by Silent0239
Hey OP!
I assume that by now you have came to a conclusion of a sort with regards to this matter; its been 3 years so I hope you have.
I, frankly, have found myself in the same position you were in 2015 and I was wondering what decision you made and whether it was the right one. I'm still debating whether I should take advantage of what I am entitled to but I fear it would compromise my chances at securing a place at a university...

Regards,
Strix


OP hasn't been online for almost three years you mug. Why would in compromise your chances? If you need it, surely it could only boost your chances.

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