Reading
Study with BPP Reading
BPP Business School, Reading offers the latest in classroom technology. There are eight air-conditioned training rooms, as well as a computer lab where you can complete computer based assessments.
At Reading we offer you a full range of exam-focused courses in classes of no more than 45 people. Our dedicated lecturing team will ensure that you receive the support you need to achieve the success you deserve.
We are conveniently located close to Reading railway station in the centre of the town, with a wide range of facilities close by.
Reading courses
Reading facilities
Student lounge
- With Plasma screen TV
Food and drink
- Free Fairtrade tea and coffee
- Snack vending machines
- A selection of coffee shops, cafés and shops in the train station across the road
- Town centre within a couple of minutes' walk
- Discount coupons for BPP students redeemable at Subway, Pierre's Baguettes, all kiosks in Reading railway station
Computer facilities
- Computers with free internet access
- Wi-Fi
- Computer based assessment lab
Access
- Lift and ramp
- Disabled toilets
Security
- Secure bike racks are available at Reading train station
Private study
- Open 8am – 6pm weekdays, weekends and evenings on request
- BPP Business School, Reading's rooms are available for external hire. For prices and more information, please call +44 (0) 84 5226 2422
Reading tutors
All of our tutors have worked and qualified in industry, practice or public services – so they can use real-life examples to give technical subjects a practical context.
Your tutor will be there to support you throughout your studies – and will be fully contactable both inside and outside of classroom hours. This is one of the many reasons that we are leaders in our area.
Tutors are:
- Clare Bentata
- Ross Burgess
- Jason Cuthbert
- Den Davies
- Antonia Davis-Maxwell
- Helen De Felice
- Rachel Eden
- Claire Fenton
- Kate Harman-Wilson
- Gill Newberry
- Stephen Nower
- Charlotte Roberts
- John Sparrow
- Adele Sturgess
Reading visitor accommodation
Your nearest option for cost-effective accommodation is the Novotel, within five minutes' walking distance, www.novotel.com
Travelodge is within ten minutes' walking distance. To book, call +44 (0) 87 1984 6211. You can also contact the study centres for more hotel recommendations.
Reading parking
The nearest car park is the NCP in Garrard Street [RG1 1NR]. Turn left as you leave the car park, walk up the hill to the end of the road, cross Station Road and keep walking. Aquis House is on your right-hand side after a pub called The Oakwood Social Club.
Students can purchase reduced parking for £6.50 per day from reception. Payment must be made by card or cheque.
Reading events
BPP Reading regularly holds ACCA , CIMA and AAT open days, as well as institute events. Find out more about upcoming events in our events calendar. BPP Reading also holds General Interest Events such as Memory and Exam Technique sessions.
Free Exam Review Evenings
We are holding free CIMA Exam Review Evenings for all Operations, Management and Strategic Level papers between 6:00pm - 9:00pm on the following dates:
- E1 Enterprise Operations Wednesday 8th February
- E2 Enterprise Management Tuesday 7th February
- F1 Financial Operations Tuesday 31st January
- F2 Financial Management Monday 13th February
- P1 Performance Operations Wednesday 15th February
- P2 Performance Management Monday 30th January
- E3 Enterprise Strategy Wednesday 1st February
- F3 Financial Strategy Tuesday 31st January
- P3 Performance Strategy Monday 30th January
During the evenings, your BPP tutor will review the entire November 2011 exam paper and provide you with a copy of suggested solutions. We will focus on how to obtain the easy marks as well as handling exam pitfalls, so that you are able to see the best way to approach each paper.
So whether you are preparing to resit the exams in March, or starting their studies towards the May sitting, we think that these will be invaluable evenings for you!
To book your free place please on as many evenings as you wish to attend, please email Ellen at readinginfo@bpp.com
