University of Reading

University of Reading

Motto	Excellence in teaching, learning and research
Type	Public
Established	1892
Endowment	£16.1 million
Budget	£321.6 million
Chancellor	William Waldegrave
Vice-Chancellor	Robert Van de Noort
Students	19,000+
Undergraduates	12,000+
Postgraduates	7,000+
Location	Reading , England
Campus	Whiteknights, London Road, Greenlands
Colours	Red, White
Affiliations	Universities UK, EUA, ACU, SETsquared
Website	www.reading.ac.uk

The University of Reading is a public university located in Reading, Berkshire, England. It was founded in 1892 as an extension college of Christ Church, Oxford. The university received its Royal Charter in 1926, making it the only university to be awarded such a charter between the two World Wars.

History

The University of Reading was established in 1892 as an extension college of Christ Church, Oxford. It was initially called University College, Reading. The institution received its Royal Charter in 1926, becoming the University of Reading. The university has since grown to become a leading institution for higher education and research.

Campuses

The University of Reading has three main campuses:

• Whiteknights Campus: The largest campus, located in a 130-hectare parkland. It houses the majority of the university's academic departments and student facilities.
• London Road Campus: The original campus, which now hosts the Institute of Education and the School of Architecture.
• Greenlands Campus: Located on the banks of the River Thames, it is home to the Henley Business School.

Academics

The University of Reading offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines. The university is organized into several schools and departments, including:

• Henley Business School
• School of Agriculture, Policy and Development
• School of Arts and Communication Design
• School of Biological Sciences
• School of Built Environment
• School of Chemistry, Food and Pharmacy
• School of Humanities
• School of Law
• School of Mathematical, Physical and Computational Sciences
• School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences

Research

The University of Reading is known for its research excellence. It is a member of the Universities UK, the European University Association (EUA), and the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU). The university's research is organized into interdisciplinary research themes, including:

• Environment
• Food
• Health
• Heritage and Creativity
• Prosperity and Resilience

Student Life

The University of Reading has a vibrant student community with over 19,000 students. The Reading University Students' Union (RUSU) provides a range of services, including clubs, societies, and support services. The university also offers a variety of accommodation options, sports facilities, and cultural activities.

Notable Alumni

The University of Reading has produced many notable alumni, including:

• Jamie Cullum, jazz musician
• Arthur Brown, rock singer
• Jane Hill, BBC newsreader
• Kate Williams, historian and author

See Also

• List of universities in the United Kingdom
• Reading, Berkshire
• Higher education in the United Kingdom