Greece
Key facts
Number of students:
We currently have around 100 students from Greece studying at the University each year
Societies and clubs:
Alongside a wide range of interest based societies, there are several international student societies within Reading University Students' Union (RUSU), including a Cyprus Hellenic Society. Click here to find out more about Student Societies at Reading.
We have a special Facebook Group for students from Europe who are currently studying with us, or who are interested in studying at Reading. Visit our Europe Facebook Group.
Profiles:
Read what some of our international students have to say their experiences of living and studying at Reading. We are also proud to have several members of staff at the University of Reading who have Greek origins, for example, Professor Ioannis Kokkoris in the School of Law, and Dr Konstantina Kappou in the Henley Business School.
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements
The level at which you can start your study at the University of Reading depends on what level of qualification you have completed currently.| Your highest qualification | Likely entry level |
| Apolytirion of Eniaio Lykeio without A levels | International Foundation Programme |
| International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma | Undergraduate Degree (Bachelors Degree) |
| British/International A Levels | Undergraduate Degree (Bachelors Degree) |
| Apolytirion of Eniaio Lykeio | Undergraduate Degree (Bachelors Degree) |
| University of Greece Bachelors Degree 7/10 | Taught Postgraduate (Masters Degree) |
International Foundation Programme
The International Foundation Programme (IFP) enables students that don't have qualifications equivalent to British A-levels to access undergraduate university degree courses. If your highest level of qualification is the Apolytirion of Eniaio Lykeio without A levels, then it is likely that you will need to complete this Programme before you can study for a degree.
The IFP will provide you with the academic training, language and study skills to start your undergraduate studies with knowledge and confidence and will prepare you for undergraduate study in three ways:
- by providing academic training in three subjects
- by developing your English language abilities
- by enabling you to acquire the study and life skills which you will need on your degree programme.
English Language Requirements
The minimum English language levels for courses at the University of Reading are IELTS 6.5, TOEFL (paper) 570, TOEFL (internet) 88. Some courses require higher levels - you should always check with the department or faculty you are applying to. For more detailed information see the English Language requirement page. We offer courses that will help prepare you for study in the UK, including English language as well as study skills to help your prepare for our degree programmes.Applications and funding
How to apply
All undergraduate applications must be made through the UCAS website. The UCAS code name and number for this University is READG R12. Find out more about applying through UCAS
Postgraduate applications should be made directly to the University. More information on applying for postgraduate courses is available here.
Scholarships
The University offers £4M worth of scholarships each year in addition to national programmes from both the British government and Greek government.- The following website addresses will take you directly to information on scholarship opportunities at the University of Reading: student funding search
External Scholarships
- This is a direct link to the Chevening Scholarships
- This is a direct link to the Department for International Development website, which offers a shared scholarship scheme.
- The World bank funding offers scholarships for graduate programmes in certain areas. Details can be found on their website.
The University of Reading in your region
Alumni Ambassadors
We have two Alumni Ambassadors in Greece who are happy to talk to you about what it is like to study at Reading. To find out more, contact the International Office or get in touch via Facebook.
Meet us in your region
The University of Reading takes part in the British Council exhibitions in November in Athens and the University has close links to a number of higher education providers and Greece in general.
To find out more, contact the International Office or get in touch via Facebook
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