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University of Reading

reading.ac.ukUniversities, United Kingdom

Measured 26 Oct 2026, published 26 Oct 2026.

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Visibility this week

2.9%No change shown: First published reading, so there is nothing to compare against yet.

Named in 14 of 491 eligible answers.

24th of 30new

First published reading, so there is nothing to compare against yet.

Named in 14 eligible answers this week

Change over time

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University of ReadingCategory average

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Measured	University of Reading	Category average	Rank
26 Oct 2026	2.9%	5.0%	24th

What the results show

The scan of 26 Oct 2026, read plainly. Every figure here appears elsewhere on this page; nothing is estimated.

University of Reading was named in 14 of 491 eligible AI answers to 179 universities questions in the scan of 26 Oct 2026: a visibility of 2.9%. It ranks 24th of 30 companies measured. This is its first published reading, so there is no change to show yet. The category average is 5.0%, so University of Reading sits 2.1 pp below it.

By engine, University of Reading is strongest on ChatGPT (4.5%, named in 8 of 179 answers) and weakest on Google AI Mode (1.1%). It is above the category average on 0 of 3 engines.

It appears in answers to 9 of 179 questions. Where it is absent, other measured companies are named instead, most often University of Manchester.

By engine

Each engine was asked the same questions. The company against the category average on each engine, on one scale.

ChatGPT
Named in 8 of 179 answers · most visible: University of Bristol, 15.6%
University of Reading: 4.5%
Category average: 6.5%

The questions

Which of the 179 questions the engines named University of Reading for, and which they answered with other companies instead.

Where University of Reading is named

Named in answers to 9 of 179 questions this week. Most often:

I work full-time and want to pursue a doctorate part-time. Which UK universities offer flexible research study patterns?
Study modes and flexibilityNamed in 3 of 3 answers · 3 of 3 engines
Can you compare UK universities that carry out contract research in food science for businesses, including the kinds of projects they take on?
Research partnerships and knowledge exchange

Recorded answers

A sample of the answers collected in this scan, with the engine, the capture time, who was named and what was cited.

Showing 10 of 10 recorded answers in this sample · 14 answers named University of Reading this week in total.

ChatGPTCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“I work full-time and want to pursue a doctorate part-time. Which UK universities offer flexible research study patterns?”
If you work full-time and want to pursue a doctorate in the UK, look for universities offering a part-time PhD or professional doctorate with flexible research arrangements\. These can allow you to keep your job while conducting research, with supervision meetings arranged around your working hours and, in some cases, remote study or occasional campus attendance. The important distinction is that part-time registration doesn't always mean flexible attendance\. Some universities require regular campus visits, taught modules, laboratory work or fixed training sessions. Here are …
University of Reading namedStudy modes and flexibility
Also named: The Open University, University of Leeds, University of Birmingham, University of Portsmouth, University of Bristol
Google AI OverviewsCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“Help me shortlist UK universities for library jobs that offer manageable workloads, fair conditions and useful staff training.”
… is a shortlist of UK universities recognized for cultivating progressive, supportive environments for library and knowledge management professionals. ### 1. University of Reading The University of Reading Library is highly regarded for its structured approach to work-life balance and dedicated training time.[[1]](https://www.reading.ac.uk/library/about-us/policies-rules/staff-training) - Training & Development: They run a weekly Staff Development Hour (SDH) during semester time. The library literally …
University of Reading namedUniversity employment
Also named: University of Manchester, University of York
Google AI ModeCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“I work full-time and want to pursue a doctorate part-time. Which UK universities offer flexible research study patterns?”
… or Professional Doctorates). Part-time doctorates typically span 4 4 4 to 7 7 7 years, depending on the institution and research intensity.[[1]](https://www.reading.ac.uk/doctoral-researcher-college/doctoral-opportunities/phd-distance)[[2]](https://www.bbk.ac.uk/prospective/choosing-the-right-research-degree) Flexible options are offered by several prominent UK institutions: - The Open University : The gold standard for distance and flexible learning. Part-time PhDs are designed for remote/home study with virtual support, requiring a …
University of Reading namedStudy modes and flexibility
Also named: The Open University, University of Exeter
ChatGPTCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“For a university course in a related subject, how do admissions requirements for T-level applicants compare with those for BTEC applicants?”
… have additional requirements. ## What the university policies show University T-level applicants BTEC applicants -------- -------- -------- University of Reading Normally requires Distinction for courses asking for ABB or above, or Merit for courses asking for BBB. Subject restrictions apply. Accepts BTEC National Diplomas, with relevant subject content required where applicable. [portal.reading.ac.uk](https://portal.reading.ac.uk/essentials/Discover/Ready-to-Study/study/how-to-apply/entry-requirements-ug University of Birmingham Accepted for selected courses, with …
University of Reading namedAdmissions and access
Also named: University of Birmingham, University of Sheffield
Google AI OverviewsCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“I work full-time and want to pursue a doctorate part-time. Which UK universities offer flexible research study patterns?”
Many UK universities offer flexible, part-time, or distance-learning doctoral options designed for students working full-time.[[1]](https://www.reading.ac.uk/doctoral-researcher-college/doctoral-opportunities/part-time-doctoral-research)[[2]](https://courses.hud.ac.uk/postgraduate-research/all-doctorates-at-huddersfield-distance-learning/)[[3]](https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/research/about-research-degrees/) ### UK Universities with Flexible PhD & Doctoral Options - The Open University: Offers part-time PhD and professional doctorates with virtual and online support, …
University of Reading namedStudy modes and flexibility
Also named: University of Bristol, The Open University, University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, University of Portsmouth, Loughborough University
Google AI ModeCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:04 UTC
“Can you compare UK universities that carry out contract research in food science for businesses, including the kinds of projects they take on?”
… product development in food science.` [[1]](https://environment.leeds.ac.uk/food-nutrition-research-innovation/doc/working-business-1)[[2]](https://www.reading.ac.uk/food-processing-centre/services/rental-of-pilot-plant-equipment) A comparison of key institutions and the types of projects they typically take on highlights their distinct focus areas: ### 1. University of Reading (Food Processing Centre & Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences) - Core Focus: Renowned globally for food science, Reading features a comprehensive, industry-scale [Food Processing …
University of Reading namedResearch partnerships and knowledge exchange
Also named: University of Leeds, University of Nottingham
ChatGPTCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“Help me shortlist UK universities for library jobs that offer manageable workloads, fair conditions and useful staff training.”
… staffing levels and whether training time is protected. Library careers and benefits --- ## 2\. University of Reading Reading, England Reading is worth investigating for its structured library induction and ongoing development. Its library describes a one-day university induction, supervised on-the-job training, and a weekly Staff Development Hour during semester, with options covering IT, customer service and professional issues. [www.reading.ac.uk](https://www.reading.ac.uk/library/about-us/policies-rules/staff-training **Why …
University of Reading namedUniversity employment
Also named: University of Leeds, University of Sheffield, University of Nottingham
ChatGPTCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“Which UK universities are worth considering for international students seeking flexible study options, and what practical details should I compare?”
For international students looking at UK universities, I’d focus on institutions that offer flexible modes of study, clear international-student support, transparent total costs, and qualifications that fit your career goals\. Flexibility can mean different things: studying online from your home country, attending part-time while working, choosing evening or weekend classes, taking a blended course, or starting in different months of the year. Not every university offers all of these, and flexibility can differ substantially between courses at the same institution. ## UK universities …
University of Reading not namedInternational study
Also named: The Open University, Queen Mary University of London, University of York
Google AI OverviewsCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“Which UK universities offer exchange, joint-degree or dual-award options for international applicants, and what should I compare when shortlisting these programmes?”
Many top UK universities offer global exchange, joint-degree, and dual-award programmes tailored for international applicants . These qualifications differ significantly from traditional single-subject degrees and allow you to study across multiple institutions and continents.[[1]](https://www.port.ac.uk/study/dual-degrees)[[2]](https://gradright.com/dual-degree-courses-in-the-uk-top-universities-benefits-admission/) --- ### 1. Types of Global Programmes Available Before shortlisting, it is important to distinguish between the three primary structures: - Dual-Award / Double Degrees: …
University of Reading not namedInternational study
Also named: University of Portsmouth, University of Warwick, Queen Mary University of London, University of Sussex, University of Glasgow
Google AI ModeCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“Please suggest UK universities or research institutes for a lab-based PhD where I can assess research facilities, group culture and supervision quality.”
When looking for a lab-based PhD in the UK where you can tangibly evaluate facilities, group culture, and supervision quality, your best targets are major research-intensive universities (often part of the Russell Group) and dedicated independent research institutes . These institutions typically have structured Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTPs), transparent feedback mechanisms, and high concentrations of well-funded labs. Here is a breakdown of top-tier UK institutions renowned for world-class lab infrastructure, alongside practical strategies to evaluate their culture and supervision …
University of Reading not namedResearch degrees and academic research
Also named: University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, Imperial College London, University College London, University of Manchester

Passages are the part of each answer around the mention, or the opening where the company is absent. Times are when the answer was collected.

Sources and citations

Where the answers that named the company pointed. A citation is a link the engine showed; it is not an endorsement.

14 of the 14 answers naming University of Reading linked to its own website (100%). A citation is a link in the answer; it is recorded where the engine showed one.

reading.ac.ukown site10
birmingham.ac.uk3
bristol.ac.uk

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Measured against the same questions

The most visible companies in the industry and the companies either side of this one, this week.

Against the 29 other companies measured, University of Reading ranks 24th. University of Manchester is the most visible at 11.0%, 8.1 pp ahead. University of Southampton (3.1%) sits just above it and University of Liverpool (2.6%) just below.

Competitors measured against the same questions, with University of Reading in position
#	Company	Visibility	Change
1	University of Manchester	11.0%, 54 of 491 eligible answers	No change shown: First published reading, so there is nothing to compare against yet.
2	University of Bristol

Vantage | University of Reading in universities, 24th of 30, UK | Tilio