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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.

Information for students about COVID-19 symptoms and testing

Information for students at the University of Reading about COVID-19 symptoms and testing

Help

Key contacts for help and advice

Student Wellness Check

An online wellness self-assessment tool to help students quickly identify what they need and where they can go to get support.

Supporting our Students (SoS)

The scheme offers the chance to be matched with a fellow UoR student or staff member for online support, to help you feel more connected to our community wherever you are.

Student Space

Student Space is here to make it easier for you to find the support that you need during the coronavirus pandemic.

Togetherall

A safe community to support your mental health, 24/7.

Self help NHS guides

Our NHS self-help guides are available to download in several helpful formats. Information available on a range of topics.

Life Tools

Learn > Develop > Succeed. Talks are free, open to all and attendance counts towards the Red award and Life Tools certificate.

RUSU Welfare Directory

Providing contact details for a variety of organisations and support within, and external to, the University of Reading.

#NeverOk

Bullying, harassment and discrimination is #NeverOk. Here’s how to report it.

Support Centres

Got a question, need help or seeking advice? Visit the Support Centres to get answers to all of your queries.

Student Support Coordinators

Find out where to get help with all your teaching and learning queries.

Student Services reception

Visit Student Services in the Carrington Building on Whiteknights Campus, to find help on a wide range of non-academic issues.

Student Welfare team

The Student Welfare team is here to help you with any personal difficulties you may experience during your time at the University.

Counselling and wellbeing

The place to come for professional counselling, wellbeing and mental health support - available free of charge to all University of Reading students.

Disability

A wide range of disability support to assist you through your studies. Find out about accessible accommodation and financial support.

Advice and Support

Wondering how you can have a great time at university, without concerns about money? We are here to help

International Advice Team

The dedicated university service offering telephone and email advice plus visa advice appointments

Malaysia student support

Support for students at our Malaysia campus.

Medical and general health

Find the best person to help with your medical problem, and how to register with a local GP.

Assistance with your studies and exams

Support with university studies and exams

Looking after yourself

Our tips for looking after your health, wellbeing and personal safety during your time at university.

Support from your peers

Sometimes it's easier to speak to someone your own age or to someone who has been through similar experiences to you.

Religious and spiritual care

The University offers a welcoming community for people of all faiths and none.

Support for care experienced & estranged students

Find out about the available support for care leavers and estranged students.