University of Reading (R12)

How students describe this university

Source: The Which? University student survey

We asked more than 11,000 undergraduates to say how far they would describe their uni as having the following characteristics. We carry out this analysis where we have scores from at least 30 students. You can also see whether these ratings are high, medium or low compared to other universities.

Varied union activities

78%

High

Sporty

69%

Medium

Political

55%

Medium

Diverse local nightlife

67%

Medium

Creative

59%

Medium

Vital stats

Sources: NSS, DLHE & HESA

% of graduates in work or further study 95% Medium

Average graduate salary £22k Medium

Student satisfaction score 81% Low

Number of students

19,400

students attended last year

Undergraduate / Postgraduate

64%

of students are undergrads

Full-time / Part-time

of students are part-time

Male / Female

46%

of students are male

Young / Mature

12%

of students aged over 21

UK / Non-UK

19%

of students here are from outside the UK

What students say about this university

107 comments (20 students)

- Accommodation is not cheap but is no more expensive than other universities and is really nice.
  
  2024, 1st year student, Geography
  
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- I really enjoy studying at Reading. The campus and facilities are good and my lecturers are supportive. Accommodation is also good.
  
  2024, 1st year student, Geography
  
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- the timetable is flexible and the modules suite the course very well, however some lecturers just read off the slides which isnu2019t helpful
  
  2024, 1st year student, Biological Sciences
  
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- there are lots of societies however the sports ones are very very expensive, the weekly union club nights are very fun, busy and cheap, there are lots of places to eat and mini shops in the union, however some of the food is a little more expensive
  
  2024, 1st year student, Biological Sciences
  
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- It's my first year so some elements have been a little slow because I guess everyone has to the same speed. This term I have been able to study more interesting modules and I am really looking forward to next year.
  
  2024, 1st year student, Geography
  
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- The library is excellent. There is a good choice of accommodation and the SU has a good bar.
  
  2024, 1st year student, Geography
  
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