We are one of the UK's top-ranking universities for teaching and research in the built environment.
We're ranked 3rd for Building in the Complete University Guide, 2024 and 6th in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2024.
Highly ranked for teaching and research
Gain a professionally accredited degree
All of our master's programmes are accredited by professional institutions, including the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), and the Energy Institute.
This degree has empowered me to feel I can do whatever I want. It's a really varied degree and I've seen people working in many different roles, opening my eyes to more possibilities.
Amal Khawaja
MSc Construction Management graduate
Our international outlook
Our global community of students, academics and alumni bring a wealth of expertise and diverse perspectives that will enrich your studies.
Many of our academics are working on international research projects or influencing policy around the world. This experience feeds directly into their teaching.
Our flexible study options
Fit your studies around your life. Some of our postgraduate students pursue their degree alongside work and other commitments.
You can choose to study full time over one year, or on a flexible modular basis over two to five years.
Extensive industry connections
We have strong relationships with leading multinational firms and connect with industry professionals through our global alumni network.
As we engage closely with industry on research and commercial practice, our teaching is informed by the latest thinking in the built environment and energy sectors.
Your future career
Studying with us can help you stand out from the crowd, and progress faster and further in your chosen career. You'll gain knowledge and skills that will complement your existing experience.
Our graduates are uniquely well-represented at the top of the construction management and engineering sector. They're working in leading firms around the world, including:
- AECOM
- China State Construction Engineering Corporation
- Enka Construction
- Istanbul University
- Kajima Corporation
- Khazanah Nasional Berhad
- Mace
- MTR Corporation Ltd
- Skanska
- SOHO China
- VINCI Construction Grands Projets.
Our excellence in research
The University of Reading has been ranked 6th in the UK for research power in Architecture, Built Environment and Planning (Times Higher Education, Institutions Ranked by Subject, based on its analysis of the latest REF 2021).
Life in the School
You'll receive tailored support from our academics and benefit from regular opportunities for you to connect with fellow students in our collegiate study environment.
Life in Reading
Step off campus and you'll find yourself in a bustling town centre offering a variety of shops, restaurants and activities. We're also well-connected – you can reach London Paddington within half an hour by train.
