Compensation for Disadvantages in Studies and Examinations
Information Leaflet for Prospective Students, Students, Teaching staff and Examination Board: KIT information leaflet and FAQ
The information leaflet added by FAQ provide information on the procedure and contents of an application for compensation for disadvantages (Nachteilsausgleich - NTA) for students with disabilities and chronic diseases studying at KIT.
Compensations for disadvantages
- are a form of reasonable accommodation
- are claims that students are entitled to
- are a legally established claim (Basic Constitutional Law, University Law, Examination Regulations, UN Disability Convention)
- are effective where existing barriers in studies and examinations lead to discrimination because there is an impairment
- compensate for disadvantages caused by the impairment
- offer - where necessary and appropriate – creative leeway in the organization of studies and room for adaptation in examinations
- mean modification and compensation of achievements
- are individual (i.e., they are oriented to the respective impairment and the resulting need in relation to the course of study)
- are flexible (in time and form)
- are applied for by students and negotiated in dialog with the parties involved (examination board, lecturers, university administration)
Compensations for disadvantages
- are not reliefs or advantages
- do not acquit you of achievements as regards content
Some examples
- Extension of writing time in exams
- Interruption of the examination by pauses
- Change of examination form, oral instead of written or term paper instead of presentation
- Use of technical aids
- Use of assistance (communication, taking notes)
- Writing in an extra room
- Adaptation of internships and excursions
Consultation
The Representative for Students with Disabilities and Chronic Diseases will be happy to assist you in clarifying your individual needs and submitting an application.
