Virtual events

Our live sessions give you a great opportunity to hear from our staff and students on different aspects of choosing and applying to university. If you cannot attend our live webinars but would still like to hear the presentation, please sign up and we will send you a recording of the session.

Regular webinars

To access all our previous webinars, sign up to our Resource Hub.

"Things I wish I'd known…" podcast

This podcast series is a fantastic resource for those in Years 10-13, who are looking for more information and advice whilst researching going to university.

'Things I wish I'd known' features University of Reading staff and students chatting about their experiences when going to university, using their expertise and hindsight to guide you in the right direction on your own higher education journey.

Outreach YouTube Channel

Explore a wealth of videos covering all things university; from learning about applying and top tips for studying, to region specific information and BTEC specific advice. 

If you would like to view our events and advice sessions at a time that suits you, register for access to all our webinar resources.

Our sessions include:

• Subject-specific tasters lectures and sessions.
• Webinars and short videos on key topics like Choosing a university, Personal statements.
• Student finance advice and guidance with a handy booklet.
• Webinars on the student experience and life in Reading.

Our virtual taster events allow you to sample lectures and practical sessions, work alongside other students interested in the same subject, meet our enthusiastic staff and current students, and get a real feel for life at the University of Reading.  We also run a range of one-hour long subject webinars which will give you a taste of what it’s like to study that subject at degree level with plenty of opportunities for questions.

For more details and to book a place on one of our upcoming sessions, see our subject taster pages.

We offer a range of events throughout the year which are tailored towards students from different parts of the UK. We also welcome requests from schools in the region for progression events in schools and on campus. 

If you are a teacher or adviser looking for a talk or workshop specifically for your school/college, please contact outreach@reading.ac.uk or see our Activities for schools pages for more information.

We recognise that as a parent or supporter of a young person going to university you will have lots of questions about how the process works and how best to support your young person. Throughout the Spring term we will be providing a series of webinars specifically for parents and supporters, details of which can be found below. If you would like to be kept informed about when these events are taking place and other information about the University process please sign up to receive our Parents and Supporters newsletter.

• information about your chosen academic programme, whether this be foundation, undergraduate or postgraduate
• advice on our application process and what you'll need to prepare to apply
• any further information you need about accommodation and life at Reading.

Book your 1-2-1 meeting now.

If you are looking to apply for 2021 entry and need some advice, the UK Recruitment and Outreach team are here to help. Our virtual 1-2-1 meetings give you the opportunity to chat with a member of staff and ask any questions you might have about the University of Reading and our courses, or the application process in general.

Your meeting can take place via video call, phone call, or live chat and you are welcome to attend alongside a parent/supporter if you would like. 

Book your 1-2-1 meeting now.

Our international team deliver a series of short webinars throughout the year to help international students prepare to study in the UK.

Topics covered include UCAS and applying, visas & immigration, accommodation and support for international students. All webinars include a live Q&A session. 

View all international webinars

We have developed a wide range of free online courses which allow you to explore an exciting choice of topics in your own time.

Courses include: 

• Live Smart: Your Essential Guide to Living at University 
• University Smart: A Parent and Supporter’s Guide to University Entry
• A Level Study Boost: Unseen Poetry and the Creative Process
• Guides to Writing in English for University Study
• Range of subject specific topics from Robotics to Heart Health

Take a look at FutureLearn to see the full list of courses available 

We regularly attend events across the UK and all over the world, giving you the opportunity to find out more about the University and our courses. Although it is not currently possible to meet us in person, we are attending a number of virtual events so that you can still get the information you need.

View the virtual events we will be attending