Overview
The University of Reading is a public university located in Reading, Berkshire, England. It was founded as a University of Oxford extension college in 1892 as University College, Reading. The institution received the power to grant its own degrees in 1926 by Royal Charter from King George V and was the only university to receive such a charter between the two world wars. The university is usually categorised as a red brick university, reflecting its original foundation in the 19th century. It has four major campuses both in the United Kingdom and internationally.
Reading was ranked 35th in the UK amongst multi-faculty institutions for the quality (GPA) of its research and 28th for its Research Power in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework. In total, 98% of the University’s research is labelled as ‘internationally recognised’, 78% as ‘internationally excellent and 27% as ‘world leading’. Reading was the first university to win a Queen’s Award for Export Achievement, in 1989.
15,840 Students
Location
Learning
TEF Rating
Courses Available
- Accounting, Business, Management and Marketing
- Architecture, Building, Planning and Design
- Biology and Biomedical Sciences
- Computer Science and Information Technology
- Engineering
- Foreign Studies (Language, Literature and Linguistics)
- Health Professions
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Law and Legal Studies
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Natural Sciences
- Veterinary, Agricultural and Food Sciences
- Visual and Performing Arts
Applying
How to Apply?
For International Students
(in lieu of IELTS)
Deadlines and Important Dates
Cost and Scholarships
(For International Students)
Types of Scholarships Available
Scholarships
Placement Bursaries
| Total Worth | between £200 and £1000 |
|---|---|
| Eligibility and Requirements | If you have a household income of less than £25000 and are undertaking a placement as part of your degree |
| Available for International Students | No |
| Application Deadline | -- |
Henley Alumni Bursary
| Total Worth | up to £15,000 |
|---|---|
| Eligibility and Requirements | To be considered for this Bursary, you will need: A firm accepted offer of a place on a full-time Undergraduate degree programme at Henley Business School commencing September 2019 (excluding Real Estate & Planning courses) You should demonstrate evidence that you are facing financial hardship and that without help you will not be able to complete the course You must show evidence that you are dedicated to your studies |
| Available for International Students | No |
| Application Deadline | April 5 |
| Other Details | The Bursary will be awarded to applicants who can demonstrate significant financial need and who will contribute to the diversity and experience of their programme. A consideration of the wider impact of your Undergraduate degree on graduating will also be taken into account. |
John Nike Scholarship
| Total Worth | £5,000 |
|---|---|
| Eligibility and Requirements | This is awarded to a rower that shows a genuine chance of reaching the Olympic Games. |
| Available for International Students | -- |
| Application Deadline | -- |