About the day
Sign up to our taster day to discover what it would be like to study sociology at degree level. You will have the opportunity to meet current staff and students, as well as explore campus and the benefits of studying at Reading.
This event is free to attend. Lunch and refreshments will be provided, and eligible students can also receive a travel bursary to attend the taster day.
As an attendee, you will participate in two interactive sessions, providing you with an understanding of the course content and what it's like to actually study these topics at university level.
Take part in interactive taster sessions
From selfies to souvenirs: thinking sociologically about travel and tourism
It's summertime and traditionally the time that people go on holiday or travel to see friends and family. In this lecture, we will think sociologically about what travel and tourism mean, which identities they help to form. We will also discuss some of the issues around equality and social justice in relation to tourism to understand why we travel.
How would we like families to be in the future?
In this lecture, Professor Vicki Harman will explore how families enact and display care through food in various settings, including the home, schools and prisons. She will demonstrate how paying attention to mundane food practices can illuminate social inequalities, power relations and family members’ agency, creativity and resistance to devaluation.
This taster day will be held at our Whiteknights campus, and will run from approximately 10:00–15:00 (or 16:00 with an optional campus tour), allowing you time to really immerse yourself in the subject and relevant department.
Booking for the Sociology Taster Day opens on 26 May 2026.
Make the most of your taster day
- Let us know any accessibility requirements
- Check if you’re eligible for a travel bursary
- Make sure to arrive with plenty of time! You will be sent a schedule for the day about a week before the event
- Think about what you want to get out of the day, prepare any questions for staff and students.
FAQs
What should I wear for the taster day?
Wear loose, comfortable clothes and appropriate footwear as we will be touring the university campus.
Can I park on site?
You can park on site for the taster day, but you will need to collect a parking permit and have this displayed in your vehicle for the duration of the event. Parking permits can be collected at the registration point, for more information please email outreach@reading.ac.uk.
Is lunch available for purchase?
We will provide a free lunch. Please make sure you communicate any dietary requirements when you register for the event.