Edinburgh Napier University and Functional Skills UK Limited KTP 24_25 R5

A single digital learning platform will use artificial intelligence to adapt lessons in real time for students with conditions like dyslexia, ADHD, and autism. Most online education today delivers the same content to every learner, regardless of how they process information. For neurodiverse students—who may struggle with reading dense text, maintaining focus, or processing auditory instructions—this one-size-fits-all approach creates a barrier to achievement. The project addresses this gap by building a system that tracks each student’s interactions and adjusts the presentation, pace, and format of material accordingly. If successful, the platform could shift how vocational training providers support neurodiverse learners at scale. Rather than requiring costly human tutors or separate curricula, the AI handles personalisation automatically through a mobile app and backend analytics. This matters for the education infrastructure: training providers currently lack affordable tools to meet individual needs without overwhelming instructors. The system could also generate anonymised data on learning patterns, helping educators design better courses for diverse populations. The project is applied, not fundamental science—its goal is a deployable product within a single company’s operations.