Financial advice and support

Wondering how you can have a great time at university, without concerns about money? Don't worry: we have plenty of support to help you budget effectively.

Speak to our Financial Support team 

When you are a student at Reading, you can find the Student Financial Support team through the main student help desk, located in the Carrington Building, at the heart of campus. 

Advisers are available all week, and can offer support on a wide range of issues, including fees, scholarships and short-term loans. Student Financial Support drop-in advice sessions are held from 9:30-12:00 every Monday, Wednesday and Friday during term time. 

If you suffer from unexpected financial hardship while you’re at university, please come and speak to us; we’re here to help you. 

Speak to our Students' Union Advisers 

You can also discuss any financial concerns with the Union's Specialist Money Advisers, one-to-one and in confidence.

Contact us

For more information contact the Student Financial Support team on +44 (0) 118 378 5555 or email studentfunding@reading.ac.uk.

Finding a part-time job can be a handy way of supplementing your income whilst you're at university.

Campus Jobs

Located in the Carrington Building, Campus Jobs is the best place to find part-time and vacation work. Our friendly, professional staff can help you find a suitable job to match your skills and interests. We can also help with applications, CVs and interviews, whether you are looking for your first job or a more specialist role.

Visit the Campus Jobs website.

Reading

Reading has a large town centre just 25 minutes’ walk from campus, with two shopping malls, plus a busy high street with pubs, bars and restaurants. Not far from the heart of Reading, you’ll also find the Madejski Stadium; home to Reading FC and London Irish Rugby Club. If you want to work whilst you study, this is the ideal place to be.