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Essentials

Essential information for students at Reading

Welcome

Welcome to the University of Reading! These pages contain everything you'll need to know about joining the University.

COVID-19 symptoms and testing

If you have any of the main symptoms of COVID-19 you must get a test as soon as possible and stay home until you get the result

Student life in Autumn 2020

Everything you need to know about life at the University of Reading this autumn

Me@Reading News

Stay up to date with the latest student news and events. Office 365 Login required.

Guidance and support

Find out about the personal support available to you including learning support, physical and mental health services, disability support and spiritual care.

Study

From programme specifications to conquering stress, here in one place, is the essential advice that will navigate you through your studies.

Money matters

The place to go to find out about fees, how to pay online, get funding, advice and insurance.

Exams and assessments

Latest information and guidance on exams and assessment

Accommodation

Whether living in university Halls of Residence or off campus in private housing, come here for information.

Campus & local area

Discover the University from both your studies and your leisure time on and off campus.

International students

Welcome! Here you will find lots of support, advice and useful contacts to make your time in the UK happy and productive.

Careers

It's never too early to start your career planning, gain experience and prepare yourself for the world of work.

Opportunities

Make the most of your time at Reading by expanding your horizons, developing new interests and having fun.

Campus Jobs

Looking for part-time work on campus? Register with our new service.

The important stuff

We have brought everything legal, important and yes, the bits we don’t always want to read but should, into one helpful place. This is Essential reading.

Projects and Partnerships

Here you can find useful information about what’s happening at the University and projects we’re working on, as well as how you can get involved and have your say.

Your graduation and beyond

It’s all been leading to this! Make sure you find out all you need to know and don’t miss a thing.