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Report anti-social behaviours with your name or anonymously

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Support and practical suggestions for making your money go further

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Essentials:

Essentials A to Z

Everything you need to know about student life

Student Services

Your Student Services are based in the Carrington building and are here to support you through University. Find out what services are available to you.

Support Centres

Got a question, need help or seeking advice? Visit the Support Centres to get answers to all of your queries.

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Me@Reading Student

Stay up to date with the latest student news and events.

Study Essentials

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

Wellbeing and support

Find out about the personal support available to you including learning support, physical and mental health services, disability support and spiritual care.

Diversity & Inclusion

Discover what we're doing to improve representation, champion diversity and enhance support for underrepresented groups.

Disability support

A wide range of disability support to assist you through your studies. Find out about accessible accommodation and financial support.

Accommodation

Whether living in university Halls of Residence or off campus in private housing, come here for information.

Money matters

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

Careers & Placements

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

Campus Jobs

Looking for part-time work on campus? Register with our new service.

International students

Here you will find lots of support, advice and useful contacts to make your time in the UK happy and productive.

Campus Life

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

Important stuff Including Exceptional Circumstances

All your need-to-know information in one place; a great resource to keep on standby! Including: University policies, Student Contract and Exceptional Circumstances

Report and Support

Report and Support is an online tool where students can report issues of anti-social behaviour anonymously or via contacting an advisor to discuss.

Projects & Partnerships

Useful information about what’s happening at the University and projects we’re working on, as well as how you can get involved and have your say

Opportunities

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

Your Local Community

Connect with your wider local community.

Your graduation and beyond

It’s all been leading to this! Make sure you find out all you need to know and don’t miss a thing.

Your digital channels and apps

Must have digital channels and student apps

Sustainability

Care for your environment by discovering ways to save energy, travel and recycle.