Student Advice Team Support for Autistic Students

Students who are (or think they may be) autistic, whether they have a diagnosis or not are encouraged to come and speak to a member of the Student Advice Team to discuss their individual circumstances and support requirements.

Students are welcome to come to Student Advice whenever they need to, whether it is for some time out in one of our quiet rooms or to talk to an adviser about any social or academic concerns. Our service is professional, non-judgemental and confidential.

If you have not been diagnosed as autistic and would like to arrange a diagnostic assessment, you are advised to speak to your GP in the first instance. Once you have been referred for a diagnosis, either via an NHS Clinical Psychologist or a private diagnostic assessment service, you will need to provide Student Advice with a copy of your report in order for support to be put in place here at BGU. The report can also be used as evidence if you decide to apply for Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA).

• as much notice as possible of any changes to your timetable
• essential texts highlighted in reading lists
• permission to record lectures and seminars
• requests for extensions to be viewed sympathetically
• assignments to be in plain English and ambiguity removed
• 25% extra time in exams

As well as providing you with reasonable adjustments, Student Advice can offer you a quiet space to come and take some time out in a confidential area of the campus. Student Advice can also arrange to meet with you on a regular basis and will contact you throughout the year to review your support.