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Autism and Open University

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Hi everyone,

To provide a little context I have attempted to make headway into the world of academia on multiple occasions (school, college and uni) and in every instance have dropped out. It is only due to a recent diagnosis of ASD and personal research that I have identified this as the real cause of my failings. I have been working against myself (resulting in unbearable anxiety) and not playing to my strengths it seems.

I consistently feel frustrated that I am not able to use my brain for anything constructive, but now I know what has been holding me back I am considering returning to some form of study. Having done some research, it seems a course focusing on computing may be best for me as it is something I am interested in and a lot of other people with ASD seem to find success in this area. I also think going down the open university route may be best as I can study to my own schedule and avoid most of the stressful travel and social aspects. Open University do offer extra support for students with ASD also. 

Does anyone here with ASD have experience participating in courses on the Open University? Did you receive extra support and did it help?

Thanks,

Tom

  

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  • Hi Tom. Yes, I started with OU last year. I am doing an Open degree and have chosen two computer modules TM111 and 112 plus a finance and an economics module for my first year (over two years). It suits me very well. Forums and tutors are very helpful. I know well in advance when my assignments are due and there is plenty of time to plan them. I can get ahead if I want and fit it around my work. It is hard work but fits really well with my ASD. They give you lots of help to decide whether it is right for you.

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  • Hi Tom. Yes, I started with OU last year. I am doing an Open degree and have chosen two computer modules TM111 and 112 plus a finance and an economics module for my first year (over two years). It suits me very well. Forums and tutors are very helpful. I know well in advance when my assignments are due and there is plenty of time to plan them. I can get ahead if I want and fit it around my work. It is hard work but fits really well with my ASD. They give you lots of help to decide whether it is right for you.

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