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.
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2 Healthy living
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.
Full article3 Studying remotely
The article provides practical assistance with studying online. It covers mental health and well-being considerations as well as guidance in navigating college systems, services and people you can liaise with. We also offer guidance on prioritising your work, taking into account a healthy work-life balance.
Full article4 What is UHI North, West and Hebrides really like?
All colleges are different and it’s hard to know what it will be like until you get there, and. Everyone says that it is not like school or work, or home. So, what IS it really like? We aim to give you a realistic view, based on things students told us they wish they had known.
Full article5 What is the Personal Learning Support Plan?
The Personal Learning Support Plan is an important part of the process of arranging support, reasonable adjustments and, if eligible, claiming Disabled Students Allowance. This section will explain what the Personal Learning Support Plan is, how it works and how to prepare for your appointment. You will often hear it referred to as a PLSP for short.
Full article6 Choosing a course and where to study
This article will help you decide what to study. We provide practical tips on how to compare universities, how to prepare for open days and who to talk to at these events.
Full article7 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 article8 Applying to UHI North, West and Hebrides
Find out more about applying to UHI North, West and Hebrides and about our admission process.
Full article9 Choosing your accommodation
This article introduces typical accommodation options available and provides some tips for making the right choice for you.
Full article10 Telling people at college about your autism
Telling people about your autism in education is also known as ‘disclosure’ or ‘declaring a disability’. More information about what this means and why it might be important to you is available in this article.
Full article11 How to manage exams
This section looks at how to manage exams. This includes information about what to expect, how to prepare for an exam and practical tips to help you perform well.
Full article12 Talking about your autism
By talking about your autism and advocating for yourself, you make an important step towards feeling comfortable with others. This activity introduces the advantages of being open about your autism, and give some practical tips.
Full article13 Meeting people at college
Many students find meeting new people and making friends amongst the most exciting but also most difficult aspects of starting college or university. This activity should help you to get started.
Full article14 What are lectures really like?
Lectures at can be quite different from lessons at school and college, particularly when you are taught in a big group. This activity will help you to make the most out of lectures in person and online.
Full article15 What is group work really like?
Working in a group with other students is part and parcel of study. Quite a few people worry about it, and some have real problems with it. This activity looks at the main issues people have with group work and gives you some practical tips for your own study.
Full article16 What are residentials really like?
As part of your course at UHI North, West and Hebrides, you may be asked to take part in a residential. This usually means staying away from home for a few days to take part in group activities, fieldwork, or practical learning experiences.
Residentials are often a compulsory part of your course, but it’s always worth checking with your lecturer or programme leader to see whether alternatives or adjustments are possible if you have concerns. This section is designed to help you prepare, plan ahead, and know what support is available to make your residential experience as positive and accessible as possible.
Full article17 What are tutorials really like?
Tutorials provide an opportunity to explore topics by discussion, and to identify and resolve any questions that may arise after lectures. This section will look at how to prepare for a tutorial, and what to expect from one.
Full article18 Managing conflict
Different people have different expectations and styles of working or living together. Sometimes that can lead to conflict. This article will help you recognise causes of conflict and proposes strategies to resolve it.
Full article19 What are assessments, and how do you survive them?
This section will look at different forms of assessment. It will give you some practical ideas on how to prepare for them, and how to get the most out of them.
Full article20 How to reduce anxiety and stress
It is normal to feel anxious when starting your studies, and everyone feels stress at difficult times of the year like exam periods or when there is a lot happening in their lives. It can sometimes be hard to relax. This activity is about helping you to manage these feelings and includes tips from other autistic students.
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