International applications

Should I apply?

There are many things to consider when applying to universities as an international student; you might not know what kind of course you can take with your qualifications, or whether you have a sufficient level of English: use the information below to find out everything you need to know.

How to apply to...

• International Study and Language Centre
    - International Foundation Programme 
    - Pre-sessional English language courses

• Undergraduate courses
  - For more information about how to apply using the UCAS system for international students, please visit: http://www.ucas.ac.uk/studyuk/
  - When to apply - we strongly advise you to apply early because:
      - some of the more popular courses get full
      - you will have a better choice of accommodation
      - this will give you time to make your immigration, visa, accommodation and
        travel arrangements.

• Postgraduate courses
  - How to apply for a postgraduate programme
  - When to apply

Entry requirements

• Country and region specific information for international applicants - find out more about the entry requirements from your country.
•  – this will tell you what we would normally ask for to enter into an undergraduate degree.
•  – how your first degree(s) match with our entry requirements for postgraduate study

English Language requirements

English Language requirements – if English is not your first language, you may be required to show your level of English.

The University offers a range of English language courses to prepare you for your studies at Reading and elsewhere. Find out about our Pre-Sessional English courses.

Funding opportunities

• Information about funding opportunities for international students at the University of Reading
• Search for external funding sources - external sources of funding from Education UK

Studying in the UK as an International Student

• UKCISA the UK Council for International Student Affairs - this website offers advice on studying in the UK as an international student
• EducationUK - a website from the British Council which also offers advice on studying in the UK as an international student