Support for Students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Enquiries: Tel: 2616 7119 / 2616 7308 | Email: [email protected]
Students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) should register with the Office of Student Affairs at the beginning of the academic year and as early as possible if students require support and services such as academic adjustments and special hostel arrangements. Such requests should be supported by documentary evidence such as medical reports.
To allow sufficient processing time for making special examination arrangements, students should submit their applications at least six weeks prior to the start of the examination period and late applications may not be entertained. Subject teachers concerned will discuss with the students before deciding on whether and what academic adjustments and special examination arrangements should be made, taking into consideration the students’ circumstances and the specific nature of the assessment tasks of their courses.
OSA works with students with SEN such as:
Learning disabilities
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
Mental health disabilities
Autism spectrum disorder
Brain injuries
Physical/mobility and medical disabilities
Vision and hearing impairments
Register of services
Please submit your registration online.
Support available
Learning Support
The OSA will liaise with department to implement reasonable learning support to SEN students. The supports such as special facilities and seating arrangement for lectures/ tutorials and special examination arrangements.
Career Advising
Career education programmes like seminars on building confidence and tackling bias are organized to promote inclusion and diversity. Other career education programmes that train job hunting and workplace skills are offered online and offline to cater for students' needs. Students with special educational needs are also welcomed to join various mentorship programmes to broaden their horizon, receive empathic and structured support, and build up social network.
For details, please visit: Mentorship Programmes - OSA - Lingnan University
We also refer students with needs directly to employers for jobs. Every summer, students are nominated to the Internship Scheme for Students with Special Educational Needs and the Internship Programme for Non-ethnic Chinese Students in the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China. Students are most welcome to contact us or drop by OSA to discuss your career plans and job search issues with our career officers.
For details, please visit: Career Advising Services - OSA - Lingnan University
- Accommodation Support
Students with special educational needs are entitled for on-campus accommodation as per the University’s Hostel Residency Policy and for enhancing their living-learning experience. Based on their specific needs and financial situation, the hostel room and furniture therein will be customized.
For details, please visit: Hostel Residency Policy - OSA - Lingnan University
- Scholarships
Scholarships are available for Students with Special Education Needs to apply.
For details, please visit: Scholarships for Students with Special Educational Needs - Scholarships and Awards - OSA - Lingnan University
Financial Assistance
Students with special educational needs (SEN) are encouraged to contact the Office of Student Affairs (OSA), which will work out a plan for individual's assistance once the individual needs are known.
For details, please visit: Financial Assistance to Students with Special Educational Needs - Financial Assistance - OSA - Lingnan University
Activities for support for SEN students
The objective of Inclusion Ambassador Programme is to promote empathy and understanding towards individuals with special needs through extensive training, as well as creating an inclusive learning environment on the university campus.
For details, please visit: Inclusion Ambassador Programme - Activities - Equal Opportunities - Lingnan University
Equipment and Assistive Aids
Various equipment and aids are available to support SEN students in different educational settings, promoting inclusivity and enabling every student to reach their full potential.
https://www.ln.edu.hk/osa/wellness-promtion/sen/list-of-equipment-to-sen-students
Barrier Free Access in Lingnan University
At Lingnan University, we are committed to creating a campus where everyone receives equal opportunities and support, no matter their physical or cognitive challenges. Our aim is to ensure that every individual can fully participate and benefit from all aspects of university life.
https://www.ln.edu.hk/osa/wellness-promotion/sen/barrier-free-access-in-lingnan-university
For Staff
Special Education Needs(SEN) Support Resources Kit - A Guide for Academic Staff