Question to self funded students:

Is it possible to pay the fees in two installments or do we have to pay the entire amount at the start of the year?

The Uni Reading does not give much info on part payments. I have sent an e-mail but no reply yet. Will call in the morning.

My uni does offer the opportunity to pay in instalments, 8 I think, but this may incur an additional fee for the privilege?!?! I have usually paid the entire amount at the beginning of the academic year so that the fee quoted is what I pay and no more (as it is not cheap at my uni!). The payment is done online and when you go through this process it allows you to request payment in instalments. An email confirming the payments then follows and the amounts are done by debit from your bank account. I would try calling them to confirm what has to be paid and how much extra it may cost etc.

You need to ask your university when you call tomorrow. It varies by university, including whether it is allowed at all, and whether they charge interest on top.