Applying To University Autism Uni Toolkit Tu Dublin
Find out more about applying to University generally, and about our university’s admission process. Once you have chosen which course(s) you would be interested in studying you need to make an application to your chosen University. Depending on the course your application will need to be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) or directly to the University. Applications procedures will differ depending on the University and the course you have chosen to study but you may be invited to attend an interview, complete tests or submit examples of your work as... You should also think about declaring your autism on your application form, this will not impact on the Universities decision to offer/not offer a place but it will enable you to access support and... Knowing more about the application and admissions process will enable you to prepare, and think about whether you require any support or adjustments through this process e.g.
extra time for interviews. If you have any concerns about the admissions process and would like to talk about your options for support, you can contact the Disability Advice team. Garry Toner is the Autism Coordinator in TU Dublin. for further questions or assistance, please contact Garry by email: garry.toner@tudublin.ie or telephone 01 220 7672 Enjoy your time with us here in TU Dublin!
Tools and tips that will help you navigate the transition to university Find services and facilities for autistic students at our university. We offer a range of supports to students who have Autism. Further information will be added. Learn from other autistic students' experiences of higher education We've interviewed a number of people who support autistic students on a daily basis - read what they advise
Recognise key buildings on the campus and familiarise yourself with room layouts Beginning third level education is an exciting time, involving lots of new and enjoyable experiences as well as some challenges. Whether you are transitioning from secondary school or entering university from an alternative pathway, it’s very common to feel overwhelmed. Your transition into university will almost certainly involve adventures and challenges that you have not experienced before, and it may take some time to adjust to new activities such as managing your university course... This is a whole new experience, and it can be really useful to start thinking about it while you are still in school, so you can begin to prepare yourself for this change. The Autism & Uni Toolkit is an excellent resource that can be used in your own time to explore different aspects of university life.
You’ll find lots of general information and advice about going to university, as well as some Trinity-specific content, to introduce you to third level study. This includes student stories and advice on supports available at Trinity. Making the Transition to College: What Do I Need to Think About? Many students find it useful to spend some time thinking about what they need to do before making the move to university, from selecting the right course to study, to researching information about application... The AHEAD (Association for Higher Education Access & Disability) Disability Access Map is an interactive online desktop tool that will enable you to track your path to third level education step by step. It will also give you lots of great information and advice.
Reasonable adjustments enable you to participate in the academic assessment process on a fair basis, and according to your preferences. Find out how to arrange reasonable adjustments that work for you. 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. 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. It’s hard to know what university is like until you get there, and all universities are different. In some ways it’s easier to describe what university isn’t! Well, everyone says that it is not like school or college, or work, or home. So, what IS university really like? We aim to give you a realistic view, based on things students told us they wish they had known.
The Study Needs Assessment is an important part of the process of claiming Disabled Students Allowance and getting support at university. This activity will explain what the Study Needs Assessment is, how it works and how to prepare for your appointment. The underlying ethos of the toolkit is that students can use it in their own time, do research about issues concerning them, and come back to it when particular difficulties arise. The toolkit is freely available for universities to adopt and adapt. Built on an open-source platform, the toolkit is available in English and can also be translated into other languages. We can help with the initial set up and give advice on how best to support your autistic students.
Here’s what others have said about the Autism&Uni toolkit: “The toolkit came pre-installed with content. We then adapted and further extended the content to make it fit the Trinity context. It was easy to integrate our existing resources, e.g. videos, infographics and text copy from other sources. Toolkit content is organised in a logical manner, focusing on direct calls to action.” Declan Treanor, Director of Disability Service Trinity College Dublin
“As a large Russell Group university, we have a well-developed website with a lot of information on it. However, the sheer volume of information can make it difficult for students to navigate and adapting the Autism & Uni toolkit has allowed us to ‘distil’ what is most important for this group of... An overview of the funding and funded support available to you in your studies. Advice about how and when to apply for this support. General Student Finance (e.g. tuition fees and loans)
Students are often eligible to apply for a loan which can help to pay for university tuition fees and to help with living costs. Funding arrangements differ depending on the personal circumstances of the student and the chosen course. This process can take a long time so we would recommend applying early to give you the best possible chance of having funding in place in time for the start of your course. If you have any questions or concerns about this our Money Advice team will be able to help. Disabled Students Allowance (DSA) is government funding intended to cover the extra costs of having a disability, long-term condition, mental health condition, or specific learning difficulty such as an autistic spectrum condition, dyslexia or... You can apply to your funding body (e.g.
Student Finance England) for Disabled Students’ Allowance. Further information can be found here and how to apply here. How are are CAO offers made for university and college places? Find out more about applying to University generally, and about our university’s admission process. Once you have chosen which course(s) you would be interested in studying you need to make an application to your chosen University. Depending on the course your application will need to be made through the CAO.
You should also think about applying to the Disability Access Route to Education (DARE) scheme, which requires you to declare your autism on your CAO form, this will not impact on the college’s decision... Knowing more about the application and admissions process will enable you to prepare, and think about whether you require any support or adjustments through this process e.g. extra time for interviews. It is a good idea to read the information on the Admissions website. If you have any concerns about the admissions process and would like to talk about your options for support, you can contact the Disability Service team.
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Find Out More About Applying To University Generally, And About
Find out more about applying to University generally, and about our university’s admission process. Once you have chosen which course(s) you would be interested in studying you need to make an application to your chosen University. Depending on the course your application will need to be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) or directly to the University. Application...
Extra Time For Interviews. If You Have Any Concerns About
extra time for interviews. If you have any concerns about the admissions process and would like to talk about your options for support, you can contact the Disability Advice team. Garry Toner is the Autism Coordinator in TU Dublin. for further questions or assistance, please contact Garry by email: garry.toner@tudublin.ie or telephone 01 220 7672 Enjoy your time with us here in TU Dublin!
Tools And Tips That Will Help You Navigate The Transition
Tools and tips that will help you navigate the transition to university Find services and facilities for autistic students at our university. We offer a range of supports to students who have Autism. Further information will be added. Learn from other autistic students' experiences of higher education We've interviewed a number of people who support autistic students on a daily basis - read what t...
Recognise Key Buildings On The Campus And Familiarise Yourself With
Recognise key buildings on the campus and familiarise yourself with room layouts Beginning third level education is an exciting time, involving lots of new and enjoyable experiences as well as some challenges. Whether you are transitioning from secondary school or entering university from an alternative pathway, it’s very common to feel overwhelmed. Your transition into university will almost cert...
You’ll Find Lots Of General Information And Advice About Going
You’ll find lots of general information and advice about going to university, as well as some Trinity-specific content, to introduce you to third level study. This includes student stories and advice on supports available at Trinity. Making the Transition to College: What Do I Need to Think About? Many students find it useful to spend some time thinking about what they need to do before making the...