How to apply

Apply now for 2011 entry

If you are applying for one of our taught courses you will need to fill out all sections of the application form. You can apply for a maximum of three courses per application form. Once you have completed the form you will need to send it to the Postgraduate Admissions Office along with the relevant supplementary information.

Download a postgraduate application form.

Application checklist:

1. Complete all sections of the postgraduate application form

2. Ensure that you have signed the application form

3. Make sure that you have included the following:

• Two copies of your completed application form
• Full academic transcript of all previous degree programmes
• Copy of your degree certificate(s) (if applicable)
• Document confirming funding (e.g. letter from bank, employer, family)
• English Language certificate (if your previous degree was not studied in English)
• Two confidential references in sealed envelopes (at least 1 academic reference)

Return your completed application form and documents to:

Postgraduate Admissions Office
Faculty of Social Sciences
University of Reading
Whiteknights
Reading, RG6 6AA, UK

Please allow several weeks for your application to be processed.

After you apply

When we receive your application form, we will send you an acknowledgement of receipt. Your application will then be reviewed by an academic member of staff. If successful you will receive an offer letter, outlining any entry criteria which you will be required to meet and be required to confirm your acceptance of this offer. Please contact us at any stage if you have any questions.