Study your postgraduate degree in the UK – and build a global career
Choose Reading, and a career-focused master’s degree that opens doors worldwide.
From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel part of our community – one that’s working towards a more sustainable future and is ready to make a difference.
Why study at Reading?
Top 200 in the world
(QS World University Rankings 2026)
25 minutes from London
Access global employers without London living costs and benefit from direct links to over 19 major UK cities.
University of the Year for Scholarships and Bursaries 2026
Up to £7,000 in scholarships from our award-winning scheme.
Strong industry links
Based in the centre of one of the UK’s strongest economic regions, offering you valuable placement and networking opportunities.
Chat to our students to learn more about life at Reading.
“The University provides a great balance between high quality teaching, research opportunities and a beautiful campus.”
— Sabriye, MA Applied Linguistics
Hear from our international students
Each year, we welcome over 4,500 international students from more than 160 countries to our beautiful and safe campus university.
Chat to our students to learn more about life at Reading.
“The University provides a great balance between high quality teaching, research opportunities and a beautiful campus.”
— Sabriye, MA Applied Linguistics
More reasons why international students choose Reading
Come and join our truly international campus – where you’ll belong from day one.
Graduate Route visa
Most international students who complete a postgraduate degree at Reading are eligible for the UK Graduate Route visa.
What this means for you
- Stay and work in the UK for up to two years after graduation (three years for PhD).
- No employer sponsorship required.
- Work in any role, at any skill level, or look for graduate‑level employment.
- Gain UK work experience to strengthen your global career.
- Support through the process – from visa advice before you arrive to career guidance after you graduate.
Study in the UK. Work globally.
Belong at Reading.
Join a career‑focused, internationally connected, globally ready postgraduate community.