Effortless Dictation. Study Smarter, Not Harder.
TalkType turns your speech into text instantly, helping you take notes, write essays, and revise with more confidence. Built for accessibility, it's the perfect study partner for students with learning differences and is available through the Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA).
Key Benefits
Why study with TalkType?
Faster, More Focused Study
Capture notes up to 3x faster. Speak your thoughts directly and spend less time typing, more time learning.
Accurate in Any Subject
With a customer dictionary, TalkType handles complex vocabulary – from medical terms to historical references – so you can focus on learning, not spellchecking.
Built for Accessibility
Designed to support students with neurodiversity, hearing loss and physical disabilities. It’s a tool that adapts to you, not the other way around.
Works Wherever You Do
Seamlessly use TalkType on your laptop, tablet, or phone – whether you’re in a lecture, a library or your bedroom.
AI Writing Tools
TalkType goes beyond simple dictation. Use our built-in AI to summarise long lectures, structure essays, and polish your work.
TALKTYPE AND THE DSA
Get TalkType with Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA)
Get The Funding You Need with DSA
If you have a disability, learning difference, or long-term health condition, you may be eligible to get TalkType fully funded through the Disabled Students’ Allowance.
- Apply for DSA – Start your application with Student Finance here.
- Book Your Needs Assessment – A specialist will work with you to understand your study requirements.
- Get Set Up – Get your software and one-to-one training so you can start using TalkType right away.
HOW STUDENTS USE TALKTYPE
How TalkType Fits Into Your Study Life
Easy Drafting Made Simple
Turn your thoughts into notes instantly. TalkType dictation helps you to get your ideas down quickly so you can focus on structure later.
Quick Revision Summaries
Don’t waste time on tedious summaries. Use our AI tools to condense long notes into key points or structure your writing.
Hands-Free Learning
If typing is a barrier due to a physical disability or injury, TalkType removes this entirely, giving you more time and energy for actual learning.
Bridge the Language Gap
For international students, dictating notes in English with TalkType can be easier than typing. It enables you to quickly capture your thoughts without concerns about spelling and grammar.
TRIED AND TESTED
Real Users. Real Success
FEATURE DEEP DIVE
The Features That Make Studying Easier

Dictate Where You Want
Dictate directly into your favourite apps, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Google Docs, without needing to switch tools.

Specialist Vocabulary Support
Each course has its specialist language, and TalkType understands it. Easily add custom words for your subject so your notes are always accurate and ready to use.

Personalise Your Workspace
Reduce eye strain with Light/Dark Mode, improve readability with dyslexia-friendly fonts, and adjust font size to suit your needs.

Works Everywhere
Seamlessly use TalkType across Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, and web. Dictate in lectures, study groups, or at home—wherever you're most comfortable.
Take control of how you study
Get the right support for your studies today. Apply for TalkType through DSA or get an individual licence.