Neurodiversity

Neurodivergence is part of the diversity at our university. We are actively working towards an inclusive learning environment and offer neurodivergent students and prospective students information, counselling and the opportunity to exchange ideas in a network group.

Exchange group for students with neurodivergence - guided and supported by social work at university

The group for students with neurodivergence is a protected space for mutual support, exchange and networking in everyday university life.

• Who is it for? All students who are neurodivergent (e.g. autism spectrum, ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, etc.) are invited.
• When: Wednesday, 3 June 2026, 16.00-17.30 (open end with "tea time" for networking and exchange)
  Further dates to follow.
• Where: Room H.1.13

What is it about?
The group offers the opportunity to

• to share experiences in everyday study life.
• to network with other neurodivergent students.
• to learn strategies for dealing with the demands of university.
• to feel understood - without the pressure to explain.

The focus is on exchange, relief and resources - it is not a therapy programme.

Framework & procedure

• Input and dialogue, moderated by Hannah Baier from the university social work team.
• Talking is voluntary - listening is just as welcome.
• Breaks, retreats, exercise, side activities (e.g. knitting) or stimming are fine at any time.
• Confidentiality within the group is a matter of course.
• For better planning, please book in advance.

Contact for questions and registrations:hochschulsozialarbeit@hcw.ac.at

Lunch table for neurodivergent students

The lunch table takes place once a month and offers the opportunity to get to know each other, network and exchange ideas. It is organised by Christine Kritzl (herself a student at the HCW), who is available on site as a contact person.

Dates for the summer semester 2026:

• Friday, 20.2.2026, 1.00 - 2.00 p.m.
• Friday, 27.3.2026, 12.30 - 13.30 hrs
• Monday, 20 April 2026, 12.30 pm - 1.30 pm
• Friday, 29 May 2026, 13.00 - 14.00 hrs
• Tuesday, 23 June 2026, 1.00 - 2.00 p.m.

Meeting point: Favoritenstraße 232, room I.E.07, separate, quiet room next to the canteen.
Room I.E.07 can be reached via two entrances:

• to the left of the card charging station near the entrance to the cafeteria (building section H) or
• in the foyer by the canteen, next to the toilets.

No registration required.
 

• For prospective students and applicants, we offer the following in coordination with the teams of the study programs
  • Advice on studies, internships and careers (especially Health Sciences and Applied Nursing Science study programs: information on the legally required health suitability to fulfil professional obligations).
  • Information on the admission procedure: Clarification of accessibility according to individual needs
  • Further information for prospective students and applicants on fully accessible studying and teaching
• For HCW students we offer
  • Counselling and support according to individual needs, e.g. for questions about accessibility, different examination methods, etc.
  • Networking with contact and advice centres
  • Further information for students on fully accessible studying and teaching
• Rooms of peace and quiet:
  • C.E.07: Small room of silence for students - e.g. for retreat, break, meditation/prayer. The room is very small. There are washing facilities in the room.
  • F.E.16: Room of silence for all members of the university (students, staff and lecturers) - e.g. for retreat, break, meditation/prayer. There are washing facilities in the room.
  • H.E.07: Room of silence for all members of the university (students, staff and lecturers) - e.g. for retreat, break, meditation/prayer. There are washing facilities in the room. There are washing facilities and a microwave oven in the room.
  • H.E.08: Quiet room for all members of the university (students, staff and lecturers). The room offers two separate relaxation areas, which are shielded from each other by room dividers - each with its own seating or reclining facilities. The room has no windows.
• Study flexibly: Spread courses over a longer period of time with the Flex model.
• Office for Equal Treatment Issues
• Office for Equal Opportunities of the ÖH of Hochschule Campus Wien

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To the WUK-CoachingPlus website

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Competence centre for comprehensive counselling, diagnostics, therapy, personal specialist assistance, competence and communication groups as well as job coaching for people on the autism spectrum and their relatives
To the Autistenhilfe website

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published by the mdw/ Department of Music Physiology:
To the tips for neurodivergence

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Information and tips from the counselling centre:
To the psychological student counselling service

8ung.net - Institute for Neurodivergences

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To the 8ung.net website

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To the Team ADHS website

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To the Adapt website