Welcome to Essentials

Your one-stop-shop for getting the most out of your time at the University of Reading.

Need help?

We all do from time to time. Here is all of the helpful, useful, important and yes, Essential, contact details you may need in one, obvious place for when you need help!

Campus & local area

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

Opportunities

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

Money matters

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

Study

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

Exams guidance for students

Everything you need to know about University of Reading exams and assessments

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.

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.

Careers

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

Graduate School

In this section, you will be able to find a range of information and resources to support your postgraduate research studies.