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Hi, my name is Howie12323!

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Howie12323
Howie12323 Community member Posts: 9 Listener
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Hello. My name is Howie12323, and I'm a college student, who is considering going to university.
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  • Danielle_2022
    Danielle_2022 Community member Posts: 266 Pioneering
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    Hi there @Howie12323,
    Have you got any ideas what course you might like to study? You can find lots of information about accommodations as a disabled university student within the Education category more broadly, but I'd suggest starting with this brilliant post by @Poppy_ :)
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  • Howie12323
    Howie12323 Community member Posts: 9 Listener
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    Hello @Danielle_2022. Thank you for your response.
    I have applied to study Computer Science BSc, and then do a PGCE for studying Information Technology at college.
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  • L_Volunteer
    L_Volunteer Community Volunteer Adviser, Scope Member Posts: 7,978 Disability Gamechanger
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    Hello @Howie12323

    Welcome to Scope's forum. It is great to see you have joined us. How are you today?

    It is good to hear a little about you. I am just wondering though, how are you currently feeling about considering going to university?

    We are here for you if you need anything or have any questions!  :)
    Community Volunteer Adviser with professional knowledge of education, special educational needs and disabilities and EHCP's. Pronouns: She/her. 

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  • Howie12323
    Howie12323 Community member Posts: 9 Listener
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    Hello.
    I feel a bit nervous about it because it's a big step for me, especially if I move out into accommodation cause I've never lived away from home.
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  • L_Volunteer
    L_Volunteer Community Volunteer Adviser, Scope Member Posts: 7,978 Disability Gamechanger
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    Hi @Howie12323

    Thanks for your response. I completely hear you. Though, if it helps, you absolutely don't have to move into other accommodation to be a valid university student. I have lived at home throughout my university journey. Do what feels most comfortable for you! Do you know what might help you to feel more comfortable with the idea of accommodation?  :)
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  • Poppy_
    Poppy_ Community Volunteer Host Posts: 192 Pioneering
    edited February 2022
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    Sorry to jump in, but I felt the exact same way. I don’t start university until September but what really helped me prepare for living away from home was my parents going away for a couple of days, so I could figure out how I’d do things for myself, such as cooking, without having them around.
    Poppy_
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  • L_Volunteer
    L_Volunteer Community Volunteer Adviser, Scope Member Posts: 7,978 Disability Gamechanger
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    Not at all @poppy123456! Please don't be sorry. Please all feel free to jump in with your own experiences. It is coming together which always helps the most  :)
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  • Alex_Alumni
    Alex_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 7,562 Disability Gamechanger
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    Just adding a warm welcome to the community from me @Howie12323 I hope you enjoy exploring the forum :)

    Alex
    Online Community Coordinator
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  • Danielle_2022
    Danielle_2022 Community member Posts: 266 Pioneering
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    @L_Volunteer,
    I also lived at home throughout my studies. The university offered me accommodation several times, but it just didn’t feel practical for me, on account of my physical care needs. With that said, I do know many people that have handled it successfully. Much of it is very individual and also just takes the right amount of planning.

    I think having your parents go away for a few days sounds like a wonderful idea, @Poppy_! How did that go? I think your experiences are very valuable here :)

    @Howie12323,
    If you’re feeling particularly anxious about it, please know that you can have a meeting with the disability team at your university and talk it all through. They will also be able to organise support for classes, too, if that feels appropriate. Good luck!
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