General information

The main aim of the Office is to provide the best and most efficient support possible to students with disabilities and health issues, so that equal access to their academic obligations is guaranteed. This is achieved through decisions taken by appropriate University Committees which are based on (a) “The Education and Training of Children with Special Needs Act of 1999”, (b) The Regulations “Regarding the Education and Training of Children with Special Needs of 2001 and 2003”, (c) The University Rules, (d) The Code of Ethics in teaching, (e) The available funding for supportive measures, and (f) The practices followed by other countries. The difficulties faced by students are dealt with in cooperation with the appropriate Committee for Student Welfare of the University, the Faculty Members responsible for students support of each Department, the student’s professors, the administrative staff of the University, and other governmental services and organizations. Special care is given in improving the accessibility of the University’s facilities for all students.