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