There's so much to do
You'll be amazed by just how much there is to do at one of our Open Days. We hope the information on this page will help you to tailor your experience and make the most of your day.
Our campuses
Student life is primarily based at our two campuses in the heart of Reading. Our Whiteknights campus, set in 130 hectares of beautiful parkland, will act as the main hub for Open Days.
Our historic London Road campus, the institution’s founding location, complete with Great Hall and cloistered walkways, is home to our Education and Architecture courses. Although it’s only a 15-minute walk away, a free shuttle bus will run from 11:30-16:30 between Whiteknights (where registration and general talks and activities take place) and London Road.
You will receive a map of the campuses (PDF-1.8MB) when you check-in on the day.
Travelling to the University on Open Days
All visitors should head for the Whiteknights campus which is the main hub for our Open Day. There are a number of different ways you can travel to the campus, and on Open Days we offer free travel on the bus service to and from Reading Station.
Visit our travel guide for information on how to reach the University.
Here to help - Open Day Ambassadors
Open Day Ambassadors are on campus to help you. Please stop and ask for assistance at any point during the day. Their colour-coded T-shirts will help you decide who to speak to, but if in doubt, just ask.
Planning your day
Our flexible programme gives you the opportunity to focus on the areas that interest you most, in the time that you have available. However, if you’re not sure where to start, follow our top tips to get the most from your day.
On-campus accommodation
If you are visiting the University and need somewhere to stay, Cedars Hotel, offers on-campus bed and breakfast.
Cannot fault anything, as a parent of four daughters I've been to over 20 university open days, mainly here in the south east and London. What we experienced yesterday was a revelation, we were both impressed beyond expectation and found each and every student welcoming, polite, knowledgeable and genuinely passionate about Reading University.
Your first stop of the day: the Open Day Dome
Focus on your subjects of interest first
Attend university life sessions
Take a break: eat on campus
Take a guided campus tour
Visit student accommodation
Open Day example schedule (full day)
An example full-day timetable of the kind of things you can do at an Open Day. You can also build your own agenda.
Open Day example schedule (afternoon)
An example afternoon timetable of the kind of things you can do at an Open Day. You can also build your own agenda.
Open Day example schedule (joint degree)
An example joint degree timetable of the kind of things you can do at an Open Day. You can also build your own agenda.
Open Day example schedule (London Road campus)
An example timetable of the kind of things you can do at an Open Day, incorporating the London Road campus. You can also build your own agenda.