Autism support

Supporting Autistic Students

There are a number of support services available to students at the University of Suffolk. 

We recognise that the transition from college or work to university may be particularly challenging for students on the autistic spectrum. We are here to support you through this transition, and below is some information you may find helpful.

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How to access support

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Please book an appointment with the Disability and Wellbeing Team by calling Student Centre on:  01473 338 833 or by emailing: studentsupport@uos.ac.uk

At your appointment we will:

Discuss and put Reasonable Adjustments in place, if required. 
Answer any questions that you may have about University life
Advise you about the support services and teams which are available for you to access
Discuss exam arrangements
Talk about Disabled Students' Allowances (DSA)

Support available

Quiet study space in the Library
Quiet study space in the Waterfront building
Specialist Mentors 
Staff completed National Autistic Society training 
Disability and Wellbeing appointments

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Support available

Quiet study space in the Library
Quiet study space in the Waterfront building
Specialist Mentors
Staff completed National Autistic Society training
Disability and Wellbeing appointments

Disabled Students' Allowances

If you have a diagnosis of Aspergers/Autism Spectrum Condition, you may be eligible to apply for Disabled Students' Allowances (DSA). 

You can make an application for DSA from the point that you have applied to study on a course at University, or at any point after you have started your course.

We are happy to support you through the application process, please check here for more information. 