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Individual Learning Plans

What is an individual learning plan?

An Individual Learning Plan (ILP) is a document that informs staff within the University that a student has declared a disability, and for whom reasonable adjustments are recommended. For a student to have an ILP in place, the student will have a long-term disability or health condition, or Specific Learning Difference which meets the definition of disability under the Equality Act 2010.

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ILPs are produced following an assessment with a University Accessibility Adviser. This requires the student to provide independent evidence of their health condition or Specific Learning Disability.

It is very important for staff to read the ILPs set for their students and may be fundamental to the success of the student whilst at university.

Why are ILPs important?

ILPs are important as they document the recommended reasonable adjustments that minimise or remove barriers that may prevent students from participating at University, and minimise the impact that a student’s health condition or disability may have on their ability to study. They also inform the University of the need to consider reasonable adjustments during exam periods (as well as for other course assessments/assignments).

When are ILPs created?

ILPs will be generated at any point throughout the academic year and staff will be notified of their existence as soon as practically possible.

Falmouth University

Via My Falmouth, you will be able to view a list of students who have an ILP.

University of Exeter

Via SRS, you will be able to search for students’ ILPs.

Further instructions on ILPs for both universities can be found at: http://inclusive.fxplus.ac.uk/reasonable-adjustments