University oral speaking exams - adjustments ?

Hi Guys,

Just wondering if anyones had any adjustments for oral speaking exams or professional communication behaviours assessments at university 

I was discussing my anxiety/worries with a disability mentor about some of university assessments she said she would expect there to be some kind of adjustment on account of autism causing different communication styles . I have one where I have to talk on a video for 10mins non stop . It’s clearly says if it’s more than 1 take marks will be deducted - it’s worth  40% of the assessment too ie confident and clear communication. Then I have other elements ie my dissertation were 5% Is on professional communication with supervisor . 

I think I will be disadvantaged as I do communicate differently than my peers . Just wondering if there is anything that can be done before I start spending loads of time try to get the university to understand this ? 

Many thanks 

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  • Hi. Suggestion would be to try and talk to your universities disability support team or to your course tutor. Hopefully they might be able to advise if any accommodations could be put in place for this upcoming assessment (and any others). You will not be the only student in this position and hopefully they might be able to reassure you. 

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  • Hi. Suggestion would be to try and talk to your universities disability support team or to your course tutor. Hopefully they might be able to advise if any accommodations could be put in place for this upcoming assessment (and any others). You will not be the only student in this position and hopefully they might be able to reassure you. 

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