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Thinking about going to Uni Sep. 2010..?

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ErikaMaye · 27/03/2009 09:44

I don't want to put my education on hold - have already had to take a year out because of my disability.

I'm due in November of this year. Has anyone got any advice about going to uni with a child, or about which unis tend to be better about it? x

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SubRosa · 27/03/2009 13:35

Sorry to hear you had to take a year out. In terms of childcare at uni, you'd need to contact whichever uni you're interested in and ask what provision there is. (I'm assuming your DC is young; if that's not the case, the only problem with uni is fitting classes around school drop off/pick up times).

The uni I'm studying at is good, as the tutors have always been understanding, when I've had problems with childcare. If you're thinking of studying at a Midlands uni, I may be able to help.

slug · 27/03/2009 14:33

The university you choose will have a welfare office which can answer your questions. These days there are lots of resources to help support parents and those with disabilities, the only thing is, it's up to you to seek out the help.

Many of us on mumsnet have done degrees while still having small children (I started my masters when DD was 2) and a few of us also work in universities. Do you know where you are going and what degree you want to do?

OnlyWantsOne · 27/03/2009 19:22

My DD was 16 months when I started my course, I love it, and she loves nursery.

Depending on your situation you could be elgible for help with your child care, student loans, maintenance loans etc,

go for it, good luck!!

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Lmccrean · 29/03/2009 16:07

What are you studying towards? I know theres a few of us on here (including me) studying with the OU I work full time (Im a childminder) and have one dd and have been able to manage the work so far (although im still on level 1) While I have no experience with their policies for people with disabilities, I know they do stress that they are open to all and make concessions as necessary.

I got my courses fees paid for, plus a grant that covered my internet fees for a year and transport / childcare costs for tutorials. I could have applied for a computer grant too, but didnt need it.

You can transfer credits for study you have already done too. Maybe even if you need to return to a bricks and mortar uni (if your course requires it) it might be useful to try an OU one to see if you can balance study with life with a young child.

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