University of Reading Whiteknights Campus Tour

About the Campus The Whiteknights site has been described as one of the most beautiful campus sites in the UK. It is a peaceful green space not far from Reading's city centre and offers a safe and friendly environment in which to study.

Old and New There are both modern and traditional buildings on the campus

Campus Tour Lets visit some of these buildings. To get started, look at the map on the next page. Our tour will highlight some of the key places on campus.

Campus Map

The Centre for the International Foundation Programme The main office for the IFP is located in Whiteknights House Annexe International Foundation Programme

Whiteknights Library The Library is in the centre of campus, and is only two minutes away from the IFP. In addition to finding books here, you can study or use the computer labs.

Palmer Building The Palmer Building is close to the Library. It is one of the main buildings on campus and contains lecture theatres, seminar rooms, IT labs and even a coffee bar.

ICMA Centre International Capital Market Association. This is a unique facility in Europe, offering training in stocks and shares in its dedicated share-dealing rooms. The ICMA coffee bar is a nice place to stop between classes.

University SportsPark If you like sports or fitness you should take a look at the Universitys newly refurbished sports facility right on campus:

Halls of Residence The Halls for are Childs and St Georges. They are both on the North side of the campus, not far from the Palmer Building. Childs HallSt Georges

Whiteknights Lake It is a short walk from Childs Hall to the lake. This is a view across the lake to the AMS building.

Students Union The Students Union has something for everyone.

Students Union There are a number of important facilities: Shops Travel Agent Membership Services (Advice Shop) Clubs and Societies Radio Station Café, Pub and Nightclub To find out more, visit:

New Student Services Centre Currently under construction, this new centre (next to the Students Union) will house a variety of essential services, such as the IT Helpdesk, Careers Advisory Service, and Study Advisers.

Geography Building The Geography building is right next to the IFP. We will see you here for the Welcome Week events.

Goodbye! We hope you enjoyed the tour.