NMITE Neuro-Diversity Diagnosis Fund

The aim of the Neuro-diversity Diagnosis fund is to support neuro-diverse students who do not have the means to fund a diagnostic assessment to reach their full academic potential whilst studying at NMITE  

This fund is for students who do not have a formal diagnosis of a neuro-diverse condition but who believe they experience difficulties in their learning processes due to a cognitive condition.  

To be eligible, you must also:  

• be enrolled on either a degree level programme with or without Foundation year.
• started your course here in the academic year 2026/27
• have completed an initial screening process either at previous education institution or self-assessed that indicates a neuro-diverse condition 

Students are required to meet with the Student Services Manager to request an eligibility check to access the Neuro-diversity Diagnosis Fund; they will need to provide evidence that they meet the eligibility criteria. In addition, a statement to explain perceived impact on learning experience; the student support team can assist with this statement if required.  

The NDDF will help with a formal diagnostic assessment to the maximum value of £1000.  

NMITE has identified professions qualified to carry out diagnostic assessments; payment will be made directly to the independent assessor identified.  

It is presumed by NMITE that if a student receives a positive diagnostic result that they will apply through the Student Loan Company for a Disabled Student assessment.  

Students can apply and receive support from this fund in addition to any other bursary they may have been awarded.  

Full terms and conditions for each bursary are available at Financial Awards Terms and Conditions 

No. of bursaries available: 4