The Centre schedules and invigilates approximately 20,000 exams a year for students from all faculties and programs. Exam accommodations are among the most common accommodations that we assess and involve ongoing coordination between the Centre, students, instructors, and faculties. This page will provide a general overview of the process, so you understand what they are, how to access them, and key points to keep in mind. Continue reading
The process of coordinating and implementing your accommodations is a collaborative and reciprocal effort between you, the Centre, and other parts of the University. It is important to understand the roles and responsibilities associated with this process. Continue reading
The Centre assesses accommodations by reviewing your medical documentation. By providing current and credible documentation you help us to understand the functional impact of a disability or long-term medical condition, which in turn helps us to determine the most appropriate accommodations in a fair and consistent manner. Continue reading
The Centre for Accessibility provides students with an avenue for requesting disability-related accommodations without having to disclose their medical situation or their medical documentation to their instructors or faculty. While instructors and relevant university staff need to know about your accommodations to implement them, they do not need to know why you are registered with the Centre. Continue reading
The Centre for Accessibility works with students who have been diagnosed with a permanent or persistent/prolonged long-term disability and are seeking accommodations to address barriers that are, or could, impact their ability to participate in any university activity. Continue reading
This section is designed to help you prepare for your first meeting with your Accessibility Advisor, whether you are new to UBC or new to the accommodation process. There may be a lot of information shared during your initial meeting. The topics outlined in this section will help you prepare for that discussion, and give you something to refer back to. Continue reading