Autism
GCU recognises that coping with student life is a daunting prospect for many students. You may be worried about finding your way around such a large institution and managing your studies independently. We recognise that autistic students may face additional barriers and anxieties.
The Disability Team at GCU offers various support to autistic students which is outlined in the navigation boxes below. The support available from the disability team also aims to ensure that students can easily access other support services available throughout the University.
Glasgow Caledonian University's Student Wellbeing Service has become the first in the UK to achieve Autism Accreditation from the National Autistic Society. You can find out more about what this means for our students and staff on our Autism Accreditation Scheme Award pages.
Support offered includes:
Autism Accreditation Scheme Award
Find out why GCU's Student Wellbeing Service is the first in the UK with National Autistic Society Accreditation.
Learn moreAutism screening and referral
If you are a student considering seeking a diagnosis of an autism spectrum condition, we offer advice and support.
Learn moreDisability Mentors
The Disability Team offers to match a mentor to all new students at GCU who have disclosed a diagnosis of autism/Asperger syndrome.
Learn moreSummer transition programme
Information from the Disability Team which, in partnership with the National Autistic Society (Scotland), delivers a summer transition programme.
Learn moreStudent Leavers' Guide
Information for graduates of Glasgow Caledonian University and how to access services you may need in the future.
Learn moreEmployment Project
An exciting project developed by the Disability Team and the Careers Service to assist students gain skills needed for the workplace.
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