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Supporting Individuals on the Autism Spectrum

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Duration Full-time, 1 Year
Start date April
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The aim of this module is to develop your knowledge and understanding of autism; developing appreciation of individuality through the recognition of neurodiversity. The team involved in course delivery is drawn from both organisations, to ensure that contemporary specialist knowledge and research evidence are an integral part of the course.

Graduate destinations

This module can be studied as part of the PgC in Practice Development: Autism or you may wish to study further using MSc Practice

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Former 'student nurse of the year' shares top tips to keep healthy during lock down

Posted: 17 Jun 2020

‘Positive podcasts’ is the brainchild of healthcare lecturer, Zoe Butler from the Lancaster campus of the University of Cumbria, who wanted to share with students ways to stay physically and mentally healthy at home during lockdown and also inform them of developments while they are off campus.

#makeitblue campaign lights up former Cumbria hospital as university says thank you to coronavirus heroes

Posted: 29 May 2020

University of Cumbria joined forces with two county firms to say a special #makeitblue thank you to the NHS heroes, key workers and volunteers helping communities during the coronavirus lockdown. Its Grade II-listed Skiddaw building on the Fusehill Street campus in Carlisle was lit up in an eye-catching display to coincide with Thursday evening’s #clapforcarers. Formerly the city's general hospital, the site is now where student nurses and many more entering public services are educated.

Keeping Healthy with our Sports Community at Cumbria

Posted: 17 Apr 2020

Our final-year sport, coaching and physical education students and their lecturers are working together to create a series of videos featuring games, activities and tips to inspire themselves and the community to stay healthy during the lockdown.

Masterclass: Home-based injury screening and prevention for runners

Mon 13 Jul 2020

Learn about the common types of injuries in runners and how to practically screen yourself at home for related injury risk factors.

Undergraduate Open Day

Sat 15 Aug 2020

It’s not too late to apply to us for 2020 entry, our expert teams of support and academic staff are on hand to give you a bespoke and personal visit experience that will arm you with everything you need to know about starting a course in September 2020.