More than 90 years of excellence

The University of Reading has been at the forefront of UK higher education for nearly a century. Over the decades we have become innovators and pioneers, pushing academic boundaries and leading social change.

We strive to create a stronger, better University, building on our past to create an exceptional future. Our four guiding principles form the foundation of our strategy: a genuine love of learning, creating new knowledge, embracing and celebrating diversity of people and ideas, and caring for our environment.

In 2016, we celebrated the 90th anniversary of the grant of our Royal Charter by King George V. 

Find out more about the history of the University and our journey to where we are now.