Durham University holds an Early Arrival Programme for autistic students. This is an established programme aimed at providing an opportunity for students to familiarise themselves with the university ahead of the main induction week.
Full articlePreparing for University
2 Registering with a GP
Registering with a GP may not be your top priority when thinking about starting university. However it is important should you require medical advice or become ill during your time at university. You are able to register before you arrive in Durham and ticking this off your list will mean you have one less thing to think about when you arrive in Durham.
Full article3 What is university life really like?
The prospect of university life may be exciting, but also daunting, especially if you have not lived away from home before. It’s difficult to imagine what university life will be like until you get there and we hope the Autism&Uni Toolkit will help you prepare the best you can. There are many things to consider and it is totally natural to feel apprehensive.
So what is university life really like?
Full article4 Choosing a course and university
This article will help you decide what to study, and at which university. We provide practical tips on how to compare universities, how to prepare for open days and who to talk to at these events.
Full article5 Funding including Disabled Students’ Allowance
An overview of the funding and funded support available to you in your studies. Advice about how and when to apply for this support.
Full article6 Applying to university
Find out more about applying to University generally, and about our university’s admission process.
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