Information for Persons with Disabilities
Assistant for Students on the Autism Spectrum
At PK Krakow University of Technology, we offer individual assistant support to students and doctoral candidates with special needs. Assistance is always tailored to the specific needs of the individual – the assistant does not do the student’s work for them, but helps them independently cope with the challenges of studying.
If you are a student or doctoral candidate on the autism spectrum and require support in your daily functioning at the university, you may contact us. Together, we will determine what you need and in which areas we can assist you – this may include, among other things, study organization, handling formal matters, contact with lecturers and other students, or navigating new situations.
We are developing the “Assistant Incubator” – a network of individuals who will support neurodivergent students and work towards a more accessible and friendly university. The Incubator operates under the PK Accessibility Centre.
You do not need prior experience. We provide preparation and training on neurodiversity and the role of an assistant. The most important qualities are empathy, openness, respect, communication skills, and a readiness to help. An assistant is primarily a trusted person who helps the student better navigate academic life and supports them in independently overcoming difficulties.
Volunteer assistants will receive volunteer certificates.
Persons interested in volunteering are kindly requested to contact: agnieszka.lapczuk@pk.edu.pl
PK Krakow University of Technology Accessibility Centre
The University’s Accessibility Centre is dedicated to supporting students with special needs, including students with disabilities. Its goal is to ensure equal access to education for all students and the opportunity for full participation in the academic life of PK Krakow University of Technology. How can we help?:
- Adaptation of teaching materials: Converting textbooks, notes, and other teaching materials into formats accessible to students with visual or hearing impairments or other limitations.
- Technological support: Providing assistive technologies such as text-to-speech programs, text magnification devices, or other specialized software.
- Adaptation of examination conditions: Ensuring appropriate conditions during examinations, e.g., additional time, separate rooms, the possibility of using computers or other assistive technologies.
- Sign language interpretation: Organizing sign language interpretation for deaf or hard-of-hearing students.
- Personal support: Providing educational assistants or guides for students with mobility impairments or other difficulties.
- Consultations and counselling: Providing advice and support in managing studies, including help with time organization, stress management, or choosing appropriate learning strategies.
- Cooperation with lecturers: Educating and collaborating with academic staff to adapt teaching and assessment methods to the needs of students with disabilities.
- Psychological support: Providing access to psychological services for students requiring emotional or mental support.
The Accessibility Centre is a key element of a university striving for inclusion and equality in education, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to fully realize their academic potential.
Contact
| Accessibility Centre (formerly PK Office for Persons with Disabilities) | 24 Warszawska Street (entrance from Szlak Street, pavilion next to the Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Technology building) 31-155 Kraków tel. 12 628 20 08 e-mail: cd@pk.edu.pl website: cd.pk.edu.pl |
| Head of the Accessibility Centre (formerly Office for Persons with Disabilities) | M.Sc. Eng. Jan Ortyl mobile: 506 285 397 e-mail: jan.ortyl@pk.edu.pl |
| We invite you to visit the Kraków University of Technology Accessibility Centre website:cd.pk.edu.pl |
