Broadcast Media student Kathleen McDermott from the University of Brighton has put together three videos intended to help other autistic students cope at University. She draws from her own experience of studying for three years and uses the vlogs to teach others how to be organised, how to cope when getting confused and what to do when writing a dissertation.
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Studying at your own pace and knowing when to stop
We’ve interviewed Callum at the end of his first semester of a Creative Media Technology course at Leeds Beckett University. In the 3-minute video interview he talks about working at his own pace, relating to other students and the support he received.
Full articleA student’s view on sharing an autism diagnosis
We spoke to Fern during her final year as an undergraduate Politics student in the UK. We asked her how she feels about disclosing her autism to the university and to fellow students.
Full articleSettling in at UA92: Olga’s story
Olga reflects on her positive experience at UA92, where the university’s student-focused approach, personalised support for disabilities, and one-module-at-a-time structure greatly aided their academic and personal development. After struggling in traditional educational settings, they found a sense of belonging and confidence at UA92, leading to academic success and a hopeful outlook on their future.
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