In case of disability or SLD

To promote the integration of students with disabilities and specific learning disabilities (SLD) during their university studies, the University of Pisa provides specific services, in compliance with applicable legislation.

University Services

In 2000, the University of Pisa established a dedicated unit called the Services Unit for the Inclusion of Students with Disabilities (USID). USID is dedicated to removing obstacles that stand between students with disabilities and university life, seeking to improve their opportunities for active participation in all its activities and facilities.

The University of Pisa also offers a dedicated Help Desk for students with Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD). This office offers assistance to those taking admission exams or assessment tests, mediation with professors before exams, specific tutoring, information on enrollment procedures and entrance tests, individual academic counselling sessions, and guidance on obtaining a diagnosis and detailed certification.

The University also offers a completely free and open to all counselling and listening service, intended to assist in dealing with difficult moments that university students may encounter throughout their studies.

At the University level, the Rector’s Delegate, Prof. Luca Fanucci, has been designated as responsible for support activities for students with disabilities and DSA.

Services of the Department of Veterinary Sciences

The Department of Veterinary Sciences supports those experiencing difficulties in their studies due to disabilities or specific learning disabilities (SLD).
The service is intended for students of the Department with disabilities, even temporary ones, or SLD, and, more generally, for those who need assistance with issues related to personal hardship.

The Department’s Disability/DSA group offers individual consultations to people with disabilities or DSA interested in degree courses, to identify the most appropriate solutions for individual situations, also in collaboration with the faculty.

A Departmental Representative for Disabilities and SLD is appointed, whose aim is to facilitate contact and communication between the Department itself (student and faculty) and the relevant University offices.

Useful information on the procedures to follow for requesting aid.

To report your situation or request support, you can contact the service, which is also available to receive reports of architectural barriers or other critical issues from students, teaching staff, and administrative staff.

Departmental Policy for Students with Disabilities and DSA

In 2022, the Departmental Policy for Students with Disabilities and Learning Disabilities (DSA) was defined, which describes the ways in which the Department is committed to providing support to students with disabilities, even temporary ones, and with DSA.