Mission Handicap: your point of contact for disability support
At UCLy, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all students can thrive academically, socially and personally.
Since 2005, UCLy has implemented the “Mission Handicap”, a dedicated support service for students with disabilities that centralises requests and facilitates communication between students and their School, Faculty or Institute.
The support given by the “Mission Handicap” is personalised and adapted and it evolves according to your profile, your curriculum and your project.
Your arrival at the university
From the moment you arrive at UCLy and throughout your studies, your School/Faculty/Institute and the “Mission Handicap” will support you and help ensure the best conditions for your academic progress.
The “Mission Handicap” is dedicated to students :
- who have previously received support or exam accommodations during their studies
- who have not requested specific accommodations for their Baccalaureate but who have difficulties which prevent them from succeeding in their studies (for example cognitive, physical or attention problems)
- whith specific learning difficulties (e.g. “dys” conditions),
- who suffer from a temporary disability during the academic year (fracture, hand immobilization, etc.) and who need particular assistance for a specific period of time.
A support system to help you succeed
In higher education, accommodations are not automatic.It is a voluntary process from your part to obtain them. Each request is reviewed annually during a personalised interview and validated by a trained preventive medicine doctor (authorized by the CDAPH).
Study Assistance & Academic Accommodations
Accommodations are designed to help you succeed in your studies. After a consultation, the appropriate measures according to your situation may include:
- Adjusted exam conditions (e.g., extra time),
- Use of assistive technologies or aids,
- Access to materials in alternative formats,
- Other forms of academic support.
Accessibility
UCLy's main campuses (Carnot and Saint-Paul in Lyon or Alpes Europe in Annecy) are fully accessible for people with reduced mobility, including: lecture halls and classrooms, computer and study rooms; cafeterias and university libraries, secretariats, toilets and common areas.
All teaching and social spaces are located in close proximity to facilitate movement and participation on campus. Carnot and Saint-Paul campuses are placed in the same geographical area.
UCLy characteristics
- Confidential and respectful process — arranged privately outside your academic unit when appropriate,
- Personalised follow-up based on trust and continuity
- Flexible and tailored assistance, adapted to your evolving academic path,
- The “Mission Handicap”: acts as your dedicated liaison with your School/Faculty/Institute.