General

Induction

• What can I expect while studying with OCA?
• What do I need to do in the Induction?
• I have a disability that I need to tell OCA about, how do I do this?
• Now that I have started the induction I want to change my course, what do I need to do?
• Can I work offline on my course?
• I should be receiving a Maintenance Loan from Student Finance, When do you confirm my course?

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Disability and Mental Health Support

• What happens after my Needs Assessment?
• What is a Needs Assessment for DSA?
• How do I apply for DSA?
• How long will my support last?
• Why does my unit start date matter for DSA?
• How does DSA work?

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Extenuating Circumstances

• Reasonable Adjustment Extension: What is it?
• Do I need to provide supporting evidence for an extension or longer deferral request?
• How do I apply for a break between units (Interruption)?
• How do I apply for a break during my unit (deferral)?
• How do I apply for extra time on my unit (extension)?

Learner Support Scheme

• How to apply for the Learner Support Scheme Bursary
• What Financial Evidence Will I need?
• What is the One off Support Bursary?
• What is the Study-Related Costs bursary?
• What will the Tuition Fee Bursary cover?
• What is the Learner Support Scheme?

FAQ

• I need to have my registration and attendance confirmed with Student Finance
• I am thinking about withdrawing
• How do I get help with OCA Learn / OCA Spaces / OCA email?
• How do I submit my work for assessment?
• How do I change the details on my student record?
• I am not sure where to get help for my query?