Autistic in Sight: How Some Brazilian Universities Deal with People with Disabilities in Their Doctoral Selection Processes

Objective: The aim of this article was to show the barriers imposed by five universities in the southern region of Brazil on an autistic adult to enter a doctoral course until he was able to obtain a place at the sixth institution. Theoretical framework: The research was based on the legislation in force in Brazil at the time. Method: The research method used was a case study and a qualitative approach, as well as Brazilian legislation on behalf of people with disabilities. The following questions were raised: Should assistance/adaptations for PwD (People with Disabilities) only be given if they pass the selection tests, or should they already be provided at the time of enrollment and when taking the selection tests for these courses? What does the government think about these attitudes of these universities? Results and Discussion: The results of this research show that, according to the Brazilian Inclusion Law (LBI), the selection tests for university courses, as is the case in this article, should be adapted to the needs of people with disabilities and that, unfortunately, the public authorities, according to the arguments in the body of this article, will practically always be in favor of the institutions and not in favor of the human rights of the population, especially the disabled population. Implications and Research: The research understood that it is up to society to be vigilant in relation to people with disabilities and other social minorities. Otherwise, there will be many more injustices happening to this section of society in a veiled way, that is, without it being exposed and/or that this section of society is unable and/or unable to defend itself, especially when it doesn't know that it has guaranteed rights. Originality/Value: This text is a live and colorful account of what higher education institutions do to people with disabilities in Brazil, in a proven and open manner.