Starting university can be a difficult and scary experience regardless of your age, and even more so if you have been out of education for a few years.
On this page you will find information and opportunities to get involved with as a mature student at the University:
Accommodation
Advice and Support from your Students' Union
There are rooms in halls suited for mature students with room for individuals, couples and families. Reading Students' Union Advice Service is happy to offer support in your housing journey. To get advice for student accommodation, you can visit the Advice and Support Students' Union webpages.
Mature Students' Peer Network
The Mature Students' Peer Network is focused at creating a space for mature students to meet and foster a sense of community at the University of Reading. Register for the Mature Students' Peer Network.
LibGuide
Studying as a mature student at Reading
Our campus Library has created a resource for new mature students that can help you settle in and find the resources you need across the university. Visit the Library's webpages to find information on studying as a mature student at Reading.
Advice for parents
Little Learners Day Nursery & Pre-school
Based on campus, this nursery is open to children of both students and staff. As places are limited and demand is high, please register your interest in a place for your child as early as possible. As a student, you have the option to book a full-year contract or a 36-week contract, depending on your childcare needs. Visit the Little Learners Day Nursery & Pre-school webpage for further information.
Reading Borough Council
Further information on childcare options available in Reading, including nurseries, childminders and after-school/breakfast clubs is provided on the Reading Borough Council Childcare website.
Gingerbread
Gingerbread, the charity for single parent families, offers support and advice to single parents heading into higher education.
Reading Student Union
Mature Student Network
Reading Students' Union run a Mature Student Network, where students are free to attend and meet other students in similar circumstances. This is also an opportunity to bring up issues to the Mature Student Part-Time Officer.
Mature Student Society
There is also a Mature Student Society on campus. See how you can get involved by visiting the Mature Students Society webpage.