Reading is consistently investing in its academic facilities and provides students with access to a range of specialist technology. Some of the state-of-the-art facilities on campus include chemistry and biomedical laboratories equipped with cutting-edge equipment, dedicated film studios with post-production suites, extensive art studios and workshops, and a Museum of Zoology.

In addition to its academic facilities, the University of Reading Sports Park offers free membership to all students. The sports park is equipped with a fitness studio, a sports hall, and several outdoor pitches. Other facilities on campus include a medical practice and dental surgery, a hairdresser, retail outlets, and several cafes and bars.

University of Reading accommodation is safe, secure, and located close to the university's Whiteknights and London Road campuses. There are close to 5,000 rooms available, with quieter lifestyle areas and adapted rooms for students with disabilities and special requirements. Students can choose from either 40-week or 51-week accommodation contracts.

All university accommodation fees include utility bills, Wi-Fi and basic contents insurance. Prospective students can view the full range of housing options offered by Reading on the university's accommodation information page.

Reading firmly believes that financial concerns should not be a barrier to accessing higher education. The university thus makes every effort to ensure students can study at the university, no matter their financial circumstances or social background.

From 2025, Reading is offering up to 300 Global Sustainability Leaders Scholarships per year for high-achieving UK and international students. Each successful applicant will be awarded £6,000 a year for up to four years of study on full-time undergraduate courses.

Full details of all scholarships currently offered by Reading, and relevant terms and conditions, can be found on the university's funding information page. Funding opportunities can be applied for both before starting a degree at the university and during the course of study.

Entry requirements for undergraduate degree programmes at the University of Reading vary on a course-by-course basis. Students applying to undergraduate courses at the university typically need to meet specified grade requirements for entry, and for some courses, grades will need to come from specific subject areas (e.g. science or mathematics). Qualifications accepted by the university for entry onto undergraduate courses include A-Levels, BTEC National Diplomas, Open University credits, Access to HE Diplomas, and International, European, and Welsh Baccalaureates.

For detailed and up-to-date information on specific entry requirements for undergraduate courses at Reading, prospective students are encouraged to consult individual course pages.

For students who do not meet the necessary entry requirements for undergraduate courses at Reading, the university offers a comprehensive range of foundation level programmes. Foundation programmes at Reading have lower entry requirements than bachelor's degrees and are specially designed to provide students with a direct pathway to their preferred bachelor's degree of choice.

Undergraduate course fees for bachelor's degrees are currently set at £9,535 per year for UK and Republic of Ireland students who are commencing a course in the 2025/26 academic year. Integrated Foundation Degree programmes, meanwhile, are price at £5,760 for non-lab-based subjects.

For students starting courses in 2025/26 that include a year abroad option, fees are typically discounted by 15% for that academic year.

The University of Reading offers over 300 undergraduate courses across the arts, sciences, social sciences, humanities, and business. Undergraduate degrees at the university consist of a mix of compulsory and optional modules, allowing students to specialise in the areas that interest them most while developing their core subject knowledge. Undergraduate students at Reading can also undertake joint degrees to study two different subjects simultaneously.

Reading offers a number of courses that are accredited by independent bodies. Accredited courses help students kickstart their careers while boosting their professional development. They are particularly useful if students already know which industry they want to work in or what career they would like to progress into.

Most undergraduate degrees at Reading take three years to complete, unless students choose to spend an additional year abroad or undertake a professional placement. Some of Reading's degrees, such as integrated master's degrees, will have a longer study duration.

All courses are influenced by the world-leading research being undertaken at the university and undergraduate teaching at Reading is informed by the cutting-edge developments in learning, practice and knowledge being made by its academics. Lecturers at Reading bring a wealth of industry experience to their teaching and provide regular one-to-one tutorials in addition to lectures, seminars and practical work.

The University of Reading attracts not only the highest-calibre students, as many of the world's leading academics choose to work at the university. They are recognised for engaging and inspiring their students through their teaching, while their cutting-edge research not only has a real-world impact, but also directly informs and benefits students' learning.

For example, Professor Matthew Almond has been sharing his enthusiasm for chemistry at the University of Reading for 30 years. His commitment to education has earned him National Teaching Fellow status, a prestigious award given in recognition of outstanding impact on the student learning experience.

Another lecturer having a positive impact on the world is Professor Hannah Cloke OBE, from the Department of Geography and Environmental Science, and Department of Meteorology. She has developed new techniques to improve early-warning systems in flood-prone areas, helping people to prepare for floods and, as a result, save lives.

Alongside her research, for which she won a Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) Impact Award, she has advised the UK government and helps to shape environmental policy across the world.

Reading is a bustling town in Berkshire with a diverse and vibrant community. The town's riverside area is the heart of Reading's social scene and is home to plenty of cafes, restaurants, bars, and nightclubs. Music fans will love Reading as it is home to Reading Festival, one of the biggest music festivals in the UK. For several years, the university has worked with the festival to offer students the chance to report live from backstage, interviewing festivalgoers and artists.

For those who prefer a more relaxed pace of life, Reading has a number of beautiful parks that are full of green space and wildlife. Reading also has excellent transport links, with central London less than half an hour away by train.

There are more than 150 clubs and societies for students to join at Reading. The university's clubs and societies provide students with opportunities to take part in events, learn new skills, and meet like-minded people who share their interests.

Reading Students' Union (SU) is a student-led organisation completely independent of the university where students can make their voices heard, access support and find employment and volunteering opportunities.

Reading provides all its students with access to a comprehensive range of academic and wellbeing support services.

All new undergraduate starters are allocated a personal tutor who will signpost learning support and answer any queries students may have around their studies. The university also runs a STaR mentorship programme, where new students can get advice from current second and third-year students who are studying the same course. Student support coordinators, meanwhile, are stationed at support centres across all of Reading's schools and are available to assist students with any queries they may have about student life.

The university's student welfare team is always on hand to provide students with support on any personal or wellbeing issues they may experience during their studies. Support staff include trained counsellors and mental health advisors who offer a range of one-to-one sessions and workshops. There is also dedicated support for students with disabilities, support for care leavers and a specialist financial support team at the university.

Reading is committed to helping undergraduate students unlock their full potential and stand out in the job market. The university offers an array of career development opportunities for students across all its undergraduate degrees. Work placement opportunities are integrated into courses and students have access to a range of short-term internships and year in industry opportunities. The real-world experiences gained through the university's placement opportunities help students develop job-ready skills and increases their graduate employability while boosting their confidence.

A dedicated careers team at Reading is available to support students throughout their job search, offering personalised advice, mock interviews, and access to a wide range of graduate jobs and internships. The careers team also facilitates tailored training that helps students develop essential skills like CV writing, job interview preparation, and professional networking

Students at the university can take part in the Reading Experience and Development Award, which has been specially designed to help students develop new skills and gain experience through a variety of activities, including volunteering and training. Moreover, the Reading Internship Scheme provides paid internships for students through short-term project-based roles, and the mentoring programme Thrive helps students confidently transition from student life to a successful career.

93% of Reading's graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduating, and of those employed full-time, 84% are in graduate-level roles. (HESA Graduate Outcomes survey of 2024 graduates).