Information for international students

This page has information and links to other Library, University and general webpages that you may find useful during your time at Reading

New to Reading?

• Check out our Information for new students to help you get started with using the Library

Resources in the Library

• Language dictionaries
  The Library has a comprehensive collection of printed dictionaries for all languages taught at the University. These are located on the 3rd Floor of the Library. Additionally, we have several online dictionaries which you can use on-campus or off-campus. 
  
  
• Foreign language material
  Some foreign language material is available in the Library eg books and films. Use the advanced search option on the Unicorn catalogue to select the language you want.
  
  
• Books on studying in the UK
  We have some books on studying in the UK. To find these search the Unicorn catalogue for "international students and study"
  
  

• Improving your English language skills. The Library has a large collection of English and American novels; films on DVD and video; textbooks for learning English; and a 'pronunciation gadget' available via the online reference resource, Credo Reference. Ask at the 3rd Floor Information Desk for more details.

  
  

• Library words explained
  To find out the meaning of some of the words we use in the Library, take a look at our jargon buster.

Help

Your librarian

Each subject has a liaison librarian who can help you with any subject related enquiries.

• Find out who is your liaison librarian

Information desks

Staff on our information desks can help with general enquiries. Don't be afraid to come and ask for help! There are Information Desks on the Ground, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Floor of the Library.

Our website

• Finding information - this section includes links to guides and information on training sessions being run by the Library.
• Contacts & support - includes information on contacting us wherever you are.

Other websites

At Reading...

• Academic writing at Reading
• International Student Advice - includes links to information on Reading, study methods, English support, and other support offered by the University

Useful websites beyond Reading

• ABYZ News Links - International newspapers
• Currency converter (from XE.com)
• Translation tools
  - Babel Fish Translation
  - Free-Translator.com 
• Visit Britain - information on what to see and places to stay in the UK
• World Weather

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