The article provides practical assistance with studying during and after the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting lockdown. It covers mental health and well-being considerations as well as guidance in navigating university systems, services and people you can liaise with. We also offer guidance on prioritising your work, taking into account a healthy work-life balance.
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2 What is the Study Needs Assessment?
The Study Needs Assessment is an important part of the process of claiming Disabled Students’ Allowance and getting support at university. This article will explain what it is, how it works and how to prepare for your appointment.
Full article3 Arranging reasonable adjustments
The Equality Act 2010 says that universities must take reasonable steps to make sure disabled students can get the most out of their studies. These steps are called ‘reasonable adjustments’. Find out more here.
Full article4 Meeting with Accessibility
Information about our Disability Advice Service, known as the Accessibility team. Find out how to contact us, access support and talk to us about any adjustments you may require. You will also be able to visit the University and meet us before your course starts, to gain a feel for where you will be based throughout your studies.
Full article5 Meeting people at university
Many students find meeting new people and making friends amongst the most exciting, but also most difficult, aspects of starting university. In this article, students with autism share their experiences and tips.
Full article6 Talking about your autism
By talking about your autism and advocating for yourself, you make an important step towards feeling comfortable with others. This article introduces the advantages of being open about your autism, and gives some practical tips.
Full article7 How to reduce anxiety and stress
It is normal to feel anxious when starting something new, like a university course, and everyone feels stress at difficult times of the year like exam periods or when there is a lot happening in their lives. It can sometimes be hard to relax. This activity is about helping you to manage these feelings and includes tips from other autistic students.
Full article8 Healthy living
This article focuses on the importance of healthy habits for wellbeing. The article provides useful tips and information regarding physical wellbeing, diet, responsible alcohol use, exercise and sleep.
Full article9 Managing conflict
Different people have different expectations and styles of working or living together. Sometimes that can lead to conflict. This article will help you recognise causes of conflict and proposes strategies to resolve it.
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