3 Arranging reasonable accommodations

Reasonable accommodations allow you to fully participate in learning, assessment, college facilities and services.

To apply for reasonable accommodations you need to have had an official autism diagnosis (such as ASD/C or Asperger’s Syndrome), and have registered with the Disability Service in DkIT through the Needs Assessment process.  It is important that you are actively involved in this process, and also in making decisions regarding reasonable accommodations that work for you.

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5 Choosing your accommodation

This article introduces typical accommodation options available and provides some tips for making the right choice for you.  Please note that currently DkIT does not own any accommodation.

The DkIT Students’ Union website contains information which you may find useful throughout the year, including a full list of recommended off-campus accommodation. Visit www.dkitsu.ie/accommodation or call them on 042-9370390 for more details.

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6 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.

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7 What is college really like?

It’s hard to know what college is like until you get there, and all college’s are different.  In some ways it’s easier to describe what college isn’t! Well, everyone says that it is not like school, or work, or home. So, what IS college really like? We aim to give you a realistic view, based on things students told us they wish they had known.

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9 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.

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10 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. This activity should help you to get started.

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11 Studying remotely in times of social distancing

The article provides practical assistance with studying during and after the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting lockdown. 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.

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13 What is group work really like?

Working in a group with other students is part and parcel of learning at college. 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.

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14 What are computer lab sessions really like?

On most technical courses  you will spend a lot of tutorial time in a computer lab. Whilst you’ll often focus on what you’re coding or designing, you may also take part in discussions and group tasks, like in a traditional lecture. Read this article to learn more about the nature of lab sessions.

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15 How to reduce anxiety and stress

It is normal to feel anxious when starting something new, like a university course, 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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16 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.

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17 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.

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