Our academic services include Personal Tutors, Study Advisers, maths and English language support, librarians to help you find your your way round and get the materials you need, and online study guides and video tutorials that you can read before you even arrive at the University.

All our tutors, lecturers, advisers and support staff are always happy to answer any questions. At Reading, we have an open-door approach.

The Library gives you access to:

• more than 1 million books
• a fully equipped IT suite
• group discussion spaces
• quiet and silent areas.

The Library goes beyond Google and gives our students free 24/7 online access to academic resources including around 35,000 ejournals, 300,000 ebooks and 200 databases.

For more information of what's on offer, please visit the Library website.

You will have the same Academic Tutor for the duration of your degree and they will become one of the most important people in your student life. Your Academic Tutor will help you settle into Reading and help you to make the most of your time here. You will meet on a regular basis to reflect on your progress and develop your Personal Development Plan.

Your Academic Tutor will write reports and references for future academic or career choices so do keep them up to date with all your skills and achievements.

RUSU’s Academic Advice Service offers students support, guidance and confidential advice on all academic matters. If you feel you cannot discuss certain issues with your Academic Tutor, advisers are on hand to support you.

Study Advisers can help you with essay skills, referencing and maths. The service is not just for those that struggle but for all students who want to work more effectively and increase their grades. 

Study Advisers will equip you with the necessary tools and practices to help you fulfil your academic potential and succeed.

For more information please visit the Study Advice Service website.

IT Services provide a wide range of IT facilities and services, including the University network, PC facilities, an online learning environment, digital loans, and ITS Help.