Academic Support
In many cases,your Personal Tutor or Student Academic Representative (StAR) may be able to help but there are some occasions when you may feel more comfortable talking to an independent Student Advisor. The RUSU Student Advice team aims to give you all the support you need to enable you to make an informed decision about how to deal with your case.
What kind of issues...
We offer information, advice and support on a wide range of academic issues - check out our leaflets for info.
Exam Survival Guide
Exams - who to ask for help
Assessment Information for Disabled Students
Academic Misconduct
Results Appeals
Complaints against the University
Disciplinary appeals
Extenuating Circumstances
Need help with study skills?
If you are having difficulty with your studies or need advice on study methods in the UK, there is a dedicated team of University Study Advisors available. They can help with a range of study advice such as:
- Essay writing
- Preparing for exams
- Avoiding plagiarism
- Oral Presentations
- Referencing
- Time Management
- Taking part in Seminars
- Dissertations
- And much much more....
The University Study Advisors also offer assessments for dyslexia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia and provide support to students with specific learning difficulties to deal with the demands of higher education to enable them to achieve good degree results. The University Study Advisors are also part of a team offering support for students with Asperger Syndrome.
The University Study Advisors are based in the Carrington Building. You can see them on a drop-in basis or make an appointment to see them. For information about their service, visit www.reading.ac.uk/studyadvice.
Support for students with disabilities
Our Assessment Information for Disabled Students leaflet provides some useful information for students with disabilities relating to the support available within the University.
The Disability Advisory Service can also help you get the support you need to successfully complete your course and get the most out of your time at Reading.
The Disability Advisory Service can be contacted by telephone on 0118 931 8115. For more information, visit their web-site at www.reading.ac.uk/disability.
Useful websites
Examinations Office www.reading.ac.uk/exams
University Study Advice team www.reading.ac.uk/studyadvice
Skills Opportunities at Reading www.reading.ac.uk/SOAR
Library www.library.reading.ac.uk
University Counselling Service www.reading.ac.uk/counselling
Maths Support www.rdg.ac.uk/mathssupport
IT Support www.reading.ac.uk/its
Disability Advisory Service www.reading.ac.uk/disability
