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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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  • I'm still awaiting assessment, but I LOVE the OU.  I've done two quals with them.  The standard of materials and tuition is high.  The thing I found suited me best was the fact that there was only ever ONE assignment at a time to work on.  That way I could give each 100% of my concentration and go in-depth with the detail.  I didn't have to switch gear to another topic until one unit ended and another began.  It was easy to find a productive study routine and no juggling lots of competing deadlines. 

    Good luck and enjoy!

  • in reply to Dawn

    Hi Dawn,

    we are just looking into the Open University as my son is feeling he can’t return to regular college due to his extreme social anxiety and Selective mutism. And other things. How did you find this? I’m new to it and really confused. Is it through a regular student loan? Or can EHCPs fund this? 
    thanks 

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  • in reply to Dawn

    Hi Dawn,

    we are just looking into the Open University as my son is feeling he can’t return to regular college due to his extreme social anxiety and Selective mutism. And other things. How did you find this? I’m new to it and really confused. Is it through a regular student loan? Or can EHCPs fund this? 
    thanks 

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