Our DSA Assessment Centres

Please note: In response to Covid-19, Student Finance England has announced that it is possible for students to access their DSA Needs Assessment remotely. AbilityNet has run video-based online assessments in workplace and education settings for some time and can provide a full service online. Please mention your preference - online or in person - when you book your DSA Needs Assessment.

If you qualify for Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) you will require a Needs Assessment which AbilityNet can provide at one of our specialist DSA Centres around the UK. Our experienced team will conduct an assessment with you to identify the specialist support you may require. You can choose the centre closest to your college or university, or use the one nearest your home:

• Birmingham DSA Centre
• Bournemouth DSA Centre
• Brighton DSA Centre
• Bristol DSA Centre
• Canterbury DSA Centre
• Chelmsford DSA Centre
• Coventry DSA Centre
• Hull DSA Centre
• Kingston upon Thames DSA Centre
• Liverpool DSA Centre
• London DSA Centre
• Manchester DSA Centre
• Newcastle DSA Centre
• Nottingham DSA Centre
• Plymouth DSA Centre
• Reading DSA Centre
• Sheffield DSA Centre
• Southampton DSA Centre
• Wolverhampton DSA Centre
• York DSA Centre

Book your DSA Needs Assessment now

Our opening and waiting times

All of our DSA Assessment Centres are open Monday to Friday between 9am - 5pm.

If these times are unsuitable for you, please contact us using the details below and we will look at how we can accommodate you.

Waiting times at all our DSA Assessment Centres are approximately 3-5 days and please note, the QAF KPI maximum waiting time is 15 working days.

If you are looking for information about the quality of service we offer, and why you should choose to have your DSA Needs Assessment with AbilityNet, please visit our 'Why Choose Our DSA Centres' webpage.

Contact Us

Contact our friendly team to book your Needs Assessment or to discuss anything related to DSAs. 

• Phone: 01926 562 671
• Email: dsa@abilitynet.org.uk
• Use the form on our website to book Your DSA Needs Assessment

Student Testimonials

"I had a fantastic, informative time... I felt that my needs were met and more"

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Read comments from students that have had a Needs Assessment with AbilityNet.