Choosing your accommodation
This page introduces typical accommodation options available and provides some tips for making the right choice for you. For those starting at St Andrews University, there is lots more information and virtual tours on…
Category: Disability Service
Find out all about the University of St Andrews Disability Service!
Meeting with Disability Services as an Autistic Student
Disability Services are your main point of contact for any disability related queries throughout your studies. The team is responsible for recommending and coordinating your support or adjustments. Under the Equality…
Applying and Chosing a Course Advice for Autistic Students
Choosing your course Studying at St Andrews is an opportunity to learn at one of the most extraordinary universities in the world. Most of our degree programmes are four years long and our flexible degree structure…
How to manage exams as an Autistic Student
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. University exam information can be found here. Read on…
How can the Library help me as an Autistic Student?
The Library isn’t just somewhere you can get books. It’s somewhere you can do your work on your own or with others, escape sensory overload and get some help with studying. This section of the toolkit will introduce…
Assessment Advice for Autistic Students
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. Assessments are the means by which your tutors can gauge…
What are computer lab sessions really like for Autistic Students?
Computing labs Facilities – School of Computer Science – University of St Andrews (st-andrews.ac.uk) You can also learn more about the sensory environments in the computer labs in our Sensory Information posts. The…
What are seminars really like for Autistic Students?
Seminars 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 seminar, and what to expect from…
What are lectures really like as an Autistic Student
Lectures at university can be quite different from lessons at school and college, particularly when you are taught in a big group. This article will help you to make the most out of lectures. It’s hard to know what an…
How to better work in a group with peers as an Autistic Student
Inclusive Practice in Group Work Group work can present barriers to participation for some disabled students. The following guidance aims to give some good practice ideas. Pre-assignment – contact your Disability…