You may not have considered this, but everyone is neurodiverse. We all have our own individual ways of experiencing, interpreting and interacting with the world around us.

There is no ‘normal’ or ‘correct’ way the brain functions, but some of us think, learn and process information in similar ways that can be defined by specific shared characteristics. In fact, around 1 in 7 of us have a neurodevelopmental condition which is considered to be neurodiverse, such as ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia or Tourette’s Syndrome. However, this doesn’t include people who haven’t been diagnosed.

Whilst being neurodiverse brings a variety of strengths and unique capabilities, it can also present challenges which can prevent neurodiverse people from taking advantage of opportunities that others take for granted. They might miss out on opportunities for promotion, drop out of their university course, or fail to secure a job because they don’t do things the way they’re usually done. These challenges can also wider-ranging effects on neurodiverse people’s mental health.

That’s why we provide a range of neurodiversity support, to ensure that every member of the engineering community can thrive – no matter their circumstances.

Engineering Neurodiverse Futures programme

Our Engineering Neurodiverse Futures programme is designed to support engineering students and apprentices who believe they may be neurodiverse, to access fully funded, tailored support so that they can kick-start their career with confidence.

Neurodiverse people can find it really difficult to get a diagnosis, with long waiting lists and the extortionate cost of private assessments. By accessing this programme, you can get a fast-tracked diagnosis of a neurodiverse condition, and if you’re diagnosed, you can access financial support, counselling support, and careers coaching and mentoring to help you make your studies work for you.

Apply for the programme here.

Differently Wired Hub

Our free Differently Wired Hub is available to everyone in the engineering community who is interested in learning more about a range of neurodiverse conditions. Developed by experts in neurodiversity, it has free advice, information and resources to help you understand what different conditions mean for you and those around you.

Sign up here.

Adult neurodiversity support

We can consider funding for adult members of the engineering community to access a diagnosis of a neurodiverse condition. If you believe you may be neurodiverse but you're struggling to get a diagnosis, get in touch with us today.