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| Autism at Uni Toolkit |

 

Autism at Uni: Accessing Supports Cliodhna (Video)
 

Why?

Discover how tailored student support can boost your academic success at DCU.

What?

This video follows Cliodhna’s personal journey as she navigates the support services available on campus.

When?

Useful when starting your first semester, seeking guidance on support registration, or identifying resources for your university journey.


Autism at Uni Toolkit: Advice to my 1st Year Self (Video)
 

Why?

Gain honest insights to help you settle in, manage the transition, and make the most of your first year.

What?

In this video, students reflect on their first year at university, offering relatable advice for new students.

When?

Useful when starting your first year, feeling nervous about the transition to college, or looking for practical tips to navigate campus life.


Autism at Uni: Accessing supports with Laocin
 

Why?

Discover how tailored student support can boost your academic success at DCU.

What?

This video follows Cliodhna’s personal journey as she navigates the support services available on campus.

When?

Useful when starting your first semester, seeking guidance on support registration, or identifying resources for your university journey.


Autism at Uni Toolkit: Best things about DCU (Video)
This video discusses student's favourite things about DCU. 

Why?

Get a genuine insight into the campus atmosphere and student life at DCU.

What?

In this video, students share their favourite aspects of campus life, from social spots to the community atmosphere.

When?

Useful when you are deciding on your college choice or looking to learn more about the student experience.


Autism at Uni Toolkit: Different Thinkers and Groupwork 
 

Why?

Make group work smoother, more inclusive, and easier to navigate.

What?

This downloadable PDF outlines different ways people think and communicate, helping you value diverse perspectives.

When?

Useful when preparing for group assignments, working on collaborative projects, or looking to improve communication within study teams.


Autism at Uni Toolkit: Managing your Workload (Leaflet) 
 

Why?

Stay on top of your university workload and reduce stress.

What?

This downloadable PDF provides practical, easy-to-follow strategies from an Occupational Therapist to help you manage time and prioritise tasks.

When?

Useful when you are feeling swamped by deadlines, struggling to balance study and life, or looking for practical techniques to organise your academic schedule.


Autism at Uni Toolkit: Sharing your diagnosis in 2nd year (Leaflet) 
 

Why?

Understand the personal process of disclosing your diagnosis and accessing the right support.

What?

This downloadable PDF features a second-year student sharing their own perspective and experience, offering reassurance and practical guidance.

When?

Useful when considering whether to disclose your diagnosis, navigating conversations with academic staff, or looking for peer-led advice on self-advocacy.


Autism at Uni Toolkit: Studying Tips from Cliodhna (Video)
 

Why?

Boost your academic confidence with effective study strategies.

What?

Join Cliodhna in this video as she shares her top strategies for effective studying at DCU.

When?

Useful when preparing for exams, looking to refine your study routine, or needing motivation during a busy assessment period.


Autism at Uni Toolkit: Socialising at University (Video) 
 

Why?

Navigate the social life at university with confidence and build your community.

What?

This video offers practical tips and honest advice on making meaningful connections and settling into the social scene at DCU.

When?

Useful when unsure about meeting new people, looking to get involved in clubs or societies, or wanting to build confidence in social situations.


Autism at Uni Toolkit: Study tips with Oskars (Video)
 

Why?

Gain a relatable perspective on thriving at university through peer-to-peer advice.

What?

Hear from Oskars in this video as he reflects on his unique journey at DCU, highlighting the tips and supports that were key to his success.

When?

Useful when looking for peer-to-peer advice, seeking inspiration, or wanting to understand how different supports impact growth.


Autism at Uni Toolkit: Student view on sharing an autism diagnosis (Video)
 

Why?

Hear candid experiences about disclosing an autism diagnosis at university.

What?

In this video, a student talks about their own experience of disclosing their diagnosis, offering insight into the benefits and challenges.

When?

Useful when navigating the decision to tell others about your diagnosis or wanting to hear from someone who has been in your shoes.