University of Reading application numbers increase

Following a record increase in undergraduate applications to the University of Reading in 2012, overall applications are up almost 5% on last year compared to the sector average of 3.5%.

The University is performing strongly, following an overall increase in applications of 10% in 2012, and is consistently seeing increases in applications despite the recent changes in higher education funding and fees.

By 15 January 2013, the University of Reading had received over 20,000 applications for places on undergraduate courses at a rate of almost seven applications per place. More than 18,000 home and EU students have applied to Reading, along with more than 2,000 international students.

Those students who put Reading as their firm choice and apply for accommodation by 1 August will be guaranteed a single study bedroom in University Halls. Four new halls have opened on the main University Whiteknights campus in the last two years. www.reading.ac.uk