DRU Registration Process

1. Log into Wits Student Self-Service, https://self-service.wits.ac.za/
2. On the Student Home Page, click on the Special Needs tile which will take you to the DRU Registration page.
3. On the right of Term, click the “+” button to start a new registration for the current year.
4. Indicate the type of disability: In the Diagnosis Code box, select the diagnosis code relevant to your disability.
   • To add multiple disabilities: Click the “+” button and select the additional diagnosis code(s).
5. Indicate the type of Special Need or support you are requesting. In the Special Need box, you must select one special need.
   • To apply for extra time and concessions for tests and exams: Select “Extra Time”. *Please note: DO NOT select Concessions for Tests/Exams at this stage, as you must be registered first with DRU before this option becomes active.*
   • To request disability parking or campus drop-off/collection access: Select “Other”, complete your DRU registration and document upload, and submit your request using the DRU Physical Access Request form.
   • To add multiple special needs: Click the “+” button and select the additional special needs.
6. Once you have selected the Diagnosis Code(s) and Special Need(s), press the “Submit” button.
7. After submitting your registration, you will be taken to the Student Center page where you can upload your proof of disability using the To Do List on the top right. See Step 3 in Uploading Proof of Disability below. 
8. You will also receive an email with instructions on how to upload your proof of disability.

Uploading Proof of Disability

1. Log into Wits Student Self-Service, https://self-service.wits.ac.za/
2. Go to Documents and Communication or Student Centre. If Student Centre is not one of the tiles on your homepage, click on the Menu button on the top right of Student Self-Service, and select Navigator, Self-Service, and Student Centre.
3. Once on the Student Centre page, look near the top right of the page, you will see a “To Do List”. Click on the orange-coloured “Manage Documents” button.
4. On the next page, click on “Proof of Disability” and then upload the medical document/DRU Medical Practitioner form indicating your disability/condition. Please only upload one file containing any relevant medical information (PDF is preferred).
5. DRU will then be notified of your submission and will assess your registration and uploaded document.
6. You will receive communication via your Wits student email address informing you of the process and if there is anything further needed by DRU.