University of Reading

Reading, UK

A leading UK university for Meteorology, Agriculture and one of the country's top Real Estate programmes.

About Reading

Reading's Department of Meteorology works closely with the UK Met Office and the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts, both based nearby, making it one of the world's leading places to study Meteorology and Climate Science. Its Henley Business School also runs one of the UK's top-ranked Real Estate and Planning programmes.

Why students choose it

  • World-leading Meteorology department with direct Met Office ties
  • Henley Business School's top-ranked Real Estate programme
  • Historic agricultural research strength

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Typical entry grades

AAB (A Level)  ·  IB 32

High tier · indicative for the flagship courses below — always verify per-course requirements directly with the university.

Tuition (international, per year)

£28,000–£38,000/yr

high tier for UK — figures are typical ranges, not this specific university's published fee.

Language of instruction

English

Campus

campus campus, Reading

🏆 Scholarships to look into

Informational only — scholarship amounts, deadlines and even which schemes are running change often (sometimes per intake), so treat this as a starting point, not a guarantee. Always confirm current details directly with the scholarship provider or Reading's financial aid office.

Beyond government-level awards, most UK universities offer their own merit-based international scholarships — commonly a partial tuition reduction for strong A-Level/IB/IGCSE results, sometimes auto-considered from your application and sometimes requiring a short separate form.

  • Chevening Scholarships: UK government-funded, fully-funded, for one-year Master's study — highly competitive, open to students from eligible countries with leadership potential.
  • Commonwealth Scholarships: For citizens of Commonwealth countries, mainly postgraduate, funded by the UK government.
  • University international merit scholarships: Widely offered across Russell Group and other universities — typically a tuition-fee reduction for high entry grades, often renewable each year of study.

Chevening and Commonwealth are postgraduate-only. For undergraduate applicants, the university-specific merit scholarships are usually the more relevant route.

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Popular courses

Meteorology

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years (4 years in Scotland)

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Real Estate and Planning

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years (4 years in Scotland)

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Agriculture

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years (4 years in Scotland)

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English Literature

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years (4 years in Scotland)

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Business

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years (4 years in Scotland)

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Typical entry: Mathematics helps but usually isn't required recommended

Durations are typical for UK — always confirm the exact length (including any placement or integrated Master's year) on the course's own page before applying.

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How to apply

Main intake(s)
September
Typical deadline
Late January (equal consideration deadline)
Note
Oxford, Cambridge and most Medicine / Dentistry / Veterinary Science courses close earlier — 15 October the year before entry.

English language requirements

IELTS: 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0)

Most universities waive this requirement if you've completed 2+ years of English-medium schooling (e.g. IGCSE / A Level / IB) — always confirm the specific university's waiver policy before booking a test.

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Reading FAQ

Quick answers about grades, tuition, deadlines and applying to Reading as an international IGCSE / A Level / IB student.

What grades do I need to get into Reading?

As a typical benchmark for international entry, Reading expects around AAB at A Level or 32 points on the IB Diploma. This is indicative for Reading's flagship courses — competitive subjects like Medicine and Law usually sit above this baseline, and the exact requirement varies by course, so always confirm the specific figure on Reading's own admissions page before applying.

How much does Reading cost for international students?

International tuition at Reading typically falls in the £28,000–£38,000/yr range (high tier for UK). This is a typical range for the university's tuition tier, not Reading's specific published fee for every course — confirm the exact figure for your intended programme directly with the university.

When is the application deadline for Reading?

Reading follows UK's typical intake calendar: September, with applications generally due late january (equal consideration deadline). Oxford, Cambridge and most Medicine / Dentistry / Veterinary Science courses close earlier — 15 October the year before entry. Always verify the exact date on Reading's own admissions page, since deadlines can shift year to year.

What IELTS score do I need for Reading?

UK universities, including Reading, typically ask international applicants for 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0). Most universities waive this requirement if you've completed 2+ years of English-medium schooling (e.g. IGCSE / A Level / IB) — always confirm the specific university's waiver policy before booking a test.

What is Reading known for?

A leading UK university for Meteorology, Agriculture and one of the country's top Real Estate programmes. Reading's Department of Meteorology works closely with the UK Met Office and the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts, both based nearby, making it one of the world's leading places to study Meteorology and Climate Science. Its Henley Business School also runs one of the UK's top-ranked Real Estate and Planning programmes.

Can I apply to Reading with IGCSE, A Level or IB qualifications?

Yes — Reading accepts applicants from IGCSE-to-A-Level, IGCSE-to-IB-Diploma, and directly from the IB Diploma. Tutopiya's free UK University Shortlist Builder matches your predicted or actual grades against Reading and every other UK university we track, tagging each as reach, target or safety.

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