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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.

UoR Voice- Student Podcast

UoR Voice is the University of Reading’s and Reading Students' Union official student podcast, led by students for students.

Study space across campus

Find your perfect study and revision spaces with plenty to chose from

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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Study Essentials

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

Mental Health and Wellbeing

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.

Year-by-year guides

Helpful guides for every stage of study

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

Important Information including Assessment Adjustments, University policies, Student Contract, Rules and Regulations

Report and Support

We encourage you to report behaviour that makes them feel uncomfortable or threatened. It will be taken seriously and you will get the support you need and deserve

Projects & Partnerships

Projects, partnerships, opportunities for you and a chance to feedback on your experience

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.