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Disability and Learning Support Service
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Autism Friendly University|Disability & Learning Support Service
Autism-Friendly University
DCU has become the world’s first designated autism-friendly university. We are committed to supporting and celebrating our students and staff who are on the autism spectrum.
Click on the Autism-Friendly University initiative for more information
Supports Currently Available
The following are just some of the supports our students on the autism spectrum find beneficial:
Before you start in DCU:
- Resources and advice for 1st year students
- Disability Access Route to Education (DARE) - admissions route where eligible applicants can enter college on reduced CAO points
- Campus Tours
- Campus Accommodation
When you start in DCU:
- Specific Orientation Day
- How do I access supports?
- Academic Supports
- OT Supports
- Assistive Technology Supports
- Examination Supports
- Placement Planning Supports
If you would like to talk to us about any of the supports mentioned above or others, please contact us:
Email: disability.service@dcu.ie
Telephone: 01 700 5927