The educational institution was founded in 1892 on the basis of the College of Arts and Science. At the time, it was one of the divisions of the University of Oxford. In just a couple of decades, the college turned into a university, as evidenced by the Royal Charter issued by the University of Reading in 1926.

The modern University of Reading is one of the two hundred best universities in the world, it is considered one of the twenty leaders among the universities of Great Britain. According to statistics, 90 percent of students are completely satisfied with the educational process, and 95 percent of foreign students are happy with how they were accepted at the University of Reading.

On more than two thousand acres of land allocated for the territory of the university, educational buildings, dormitories, laboratories and experimental bases for various research are located. The campus is constantly changing. Over the past 10 years, 7 new buildings have appeared in it.

The location at the University of Reading is very good. The River Thames flows off campus, London is half an hour's drive away. Reading is home to many internationally renowned companies, as it is a city with an intensively developing economy.

Faculties of the University of Reading

At the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, they study:

• Design
• Pedagogy
• Sciences of the humanities cycle
• Law basics
• Literature and Philology
• International relationships
• Political and economic principles

Business school studies:

• Accounting fundamentals
• The movement of financial flows
• Management
• Planning

The Faculty of Life Sciences studies:

• Agriculture
• Biological sciences
• Chemistry
• Healthy lifestyle principles
• Pharmacology
• Psychology

At the Faculty of Science they study:

• Management
• Engineering
• Geographical sciences
• Archeology
• Systems Engineering

If you are applying for one of the undergraduate programs:

• Provide in admissions committee school certificate, documents on passing the Foundation program (for graduates who graduated from school in their country).
• A-levels or IB certificate (for graduates of UK schools).
• Get at least 5.5 points on the IELTS language test.
• Take the BMAT or UKCAT (medical specialties) test.
• Apply for admission through the UCAS website.

If you are applying for a master's degree:

• Provide a bachelor's degree.
• Pass an IELTS language test with at least 6 points.
• Please provide GMAT test data (applies to business programs).
• Make a portfolio of several creative works (for future architects, designers).
• Apply for admission through the university website or through the UCAS website.

Notable alumni of the University of Reading

This is the alma mater of musicians Jamie Callum and Arthur Brown, actor Julian Barrett, theater director Stephen Atkinson.

What expenses should you prepare for?

Foundation preparatory programs and non-laboratory training costs £ 13,000 per year. If a student chooses a program with a practical basis, he will pay from £ 16,000 per year. Housing and living expenses for University of Reading students are around £ 10,000 annually.

To get a bachelor's degree, you need to study for 3-4 years, and master's degree lasts 1 year.

Cozy parks and clean lakes are spread around the main campus of the university. Student residences, academic buildings and other buildings have undergone extensive reconstruction over the past decade. A sports park has appeared on the campus.

The university library, which has more than a million books, is equipped with a modern system that makes it easier to find the information you need. Each student has the right to use free wireless Internet, which is available at the university and hostels.

To spend their free time, students can go to London, Oxford or Birmingham. These cities can be reached in less than an hour by high-speed trains. Reading itself has restaurants and cafes, shopping and entertainment centers.

To stay in one of the eleven university dormitories, students just need to submit an application to the administration. You can also rent an apartment in the city. Rooms with different levels of comfort are waiting for their tenants.

The University of Reading is located in the Thames Valley, Berkshire. It is one of the UK's leading universities in terms of both teaching quality and research. The university was founded in 1892 as a college of art and science within the University of Oxford, and received full university status under the Royal Charter in 1926. Although the university has a strong reputation as an outstanding center for training specialists in the field of agriculture, it also offers a wide range of study programs in other areas, from basic and applied sciences to the study of languages, sociology and the arts. The content of the programs is constantly being improved in accordance with the growth of academic requirements. Over the past 10 years, the university has expanded significantly - 7 new training and research centers were built.
The campus covers an area of ​​340 acres and is located so that it is very easy to get from it to the city center. In total, the university owns 2,000 acres of land used for educational and research work.

The university offers a wide range of educational programs bachelor's and master's degrees. Main faculties and departments:
Faculty of Arts, Humanities and social sciences
School of Art and Communication Design
Institute of Education
School of Humanities
School of Law
School of Literature and Languages
School of Politics, Economics and International Relations

Henley Business School
School of Accounting
School of Finance
School of Business and Management
School of Real Estate and Planning

Faculty of Life Sciences
School of Agriculture, Politics and Development
School of Biological Sciences
School of Chemistry, Nutrition and Pharmacy
School of Psychology and Speech Therapy

Faculty of Science
School of Constructive Management and Engineering
School of Archeology, Geography and Environmental Sciences
School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
School of Systems Engineering

In addition to the main programs, the university also offers a Foundation Program for international students.

For admission to the bachelor's program, you must:
secondary education (A-level, GCSE, IB, EB); the level of knowledge of English is not lower than: GCSE - grade C, IELTS 6.5 - 7.0, TOEFL iBT 88-100

Cost of education:
- Foundation programs and programs without laboratory practice - 14 350 GBP
- programs with laboratory practice - 17 350 GBP
Living expenses per year are from 10,000 GBP

A place in the hostel is guaranteed to all freshmen who accepted the offer of the university and submitted an application before August 1.

You can get more detailed information about the university on the official website of the university: http://www.reading.ac.uk/
And also in our office "Education Abroad" at t. 565-564 or at the address: st. Azovskaya 4, office 204.

The University of Reading has a reputation for being one of the the best universities the world with a powerful research base.

From the history

In the 1860s and 1870s. in English city Reading County Berkshire Schools of Arts and Science were established. At the end of the 19th century, under the leadership of Oxford, they united into a college, where they studied literature, agriculture, agronomy, and music. In 1926, the educational institution, in accordance with the Royal Charter, received the status of a university and the right to award academic degrees.

Mission

The university aims to:

• developing and conducting research in the field of medicine, environment, economy;
• high-quality training of specialists in demand who are able to contribute to the development of science;
• ensuring a high level of moral and cultural values ​​of society.

Management strives to strengthen its position as a leader in scientific research and higher education, sets itself the task of creating long-term partnerships with the world's leading companies and corporations. Scientific activities are funded by grants, charitable organizations, government agencies, the European Commission and businesses.

Specialization

The University of Reading provides educational opportunities for undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate, doctoral programs. Subject areas: biochemistry, artificial intelligence, ecology and wildlife conservation, philology, geography, graphic design, marketing, politics, business, etc.

On the basis of the educational organization, you can get a certificate of completion of online courses in robotics, personnel management, the beginning of programming and other areas. Annual International summer school allows you to increase the level of language proficiency, intercultural communication, make new acquaintances, study abroad (Australia, USA, Europe).

Facts in numbers

• 17,000 students from 150 countries,
• more than 350 taught disciplines and courses,
• 150 leisure sections and sports clubs,
• over 50 research centers,
• 98% of the research carried out is internationally recognized,
• 4 awards of the Queen of England, Queen's Anniversary Prize,
• according to a survey, 87% of students are satisfied with their place of study,
• 94% of graduates find work within six months after graduation.

Infrastructure

The university area includes 5 campuses, 2 of which are outside the country.

1. Whiteknights - main building, former land of the Marquis of Blandford. Occupies 130 hectares of picturesque park, recognized as one of the best green areas in Great Britain. There are several architectural monuments, museums of archeology and zoology, cafes.
2. Greenlands is located on the banks of the River Thames and is used for business training by Henley Business School. A sports complex, conference rooms, a dormitory, and food outlets provide a comfortable learning environment.
3. London Road is one of the historic buildings. It was donated in 1904 by the family of George Palmer, the owner of the famous Huntley & Palmers biscuit factory. IN currently the Institute of Education functions here.
4. Branch in Iskandar Puteri (Malaysia) - the first overseas campus.
5. Subdivision in Johannesburg (South Africa).

The campus has a 24/7 modern library with access to a million books, many free academic online resources; grocery stores, office supplies; salon; canteens; ATM machines.

Nonresident students, married couples, including those with children, are provided with a hostel or assistance in finding housing. Great attention is paid to the well-being and comfort of students. Security guards guarantee security 24 hours a day with the help of an extensive network of CCTV cameras.

Learning never stops. Our exciting, rapidly expanding series of open online courses (OOCs) will help you get to grips with something new, develop your professional skills, follow your passion, or rekindle old interests.

Developed and supported by expert staff in our world-class departments, you can explore accessible, thought-provoking courses on a diverse range of topics from Heart Health, to People Management and Ancient Rome.

Free to join and open to everyone, our OOCs only require a few hours ’study to complete and are easily accessible on computer, mobile or tablet, so why not start today?

ROME: A VIRTUAL TOUR OF THE ANCIENT CITY

Immerse yourself in the architecture and history of ancient Rome using a detailed, historically accurate and award-winning 3D digital model of this awe-inspiring city, on this five-week course from the Department of Classics.

This course explores the ancient city through real-life footage of archaeological remains in modern Rome with digital reconstructions of how these magnificent buildings would have looked around 1,700 years ago. By flying or walking through the virtual model, you’ll get a sense of how the city worked, functioned and appeared. You’ll explore the structures representing power and wealth such as the Forum and Colosseum, as well as seeing Rome as a working city, a place where up to a million people lived and died. You’ll discuss the testimonies that survive for us to read, the coins, inscriptions, pictures, statues and poems to build a picture of how the city functioned.

Archeology: from dig to lab and beyond

Learn about the discoveries made at the Department of Archeology "s Field School by charting the progress of an archaeological excavation from dig to lab and beyond, in this introductory course to the endlessly interesting field of archeology.

An archaeological excavation isn’t just turning up with a trowel to dig. Drawing on case studies from the Department of Archeology "s Field School, you'll find out about every aspect of archeology, from deciding where to dig, to the collection, recording and storage of artefacts. You'll then examine the archaeological methods employed in the study of the dead. What can skeletal remains tell us about where someone lived, their occupation and their health?

This course has been developed for anyone interested in studying an archeology degree at university but will also appeal to anyone with a passion for history.

Come rain or shine: understanding the weather

Weather affects our lives almost every day - through what we wear, what we eat and what we do. It also affects most industries and leisure activities. But what brings us such variable weather? What makes the UK rainy, windy or sometimes even sunny?

The Department of Meteorology at the University of Reading has partnered with The Royal Meteorological Society for this three-week course, introducing the physical processes underlying the weather systems that impact on many aspects of our lives. As well as exploring the UK's characteristic weather patterns, you’ll look at weather phenomena in other parts of the world and find out why they occur.

BIG DATA AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Explore a wide range of current projects that use environmental big data for research and business, from urban planning in London and satellite mapping in Dubai, to monitoring temperature change worldwide.

The University of Reading has partnered with The Institute of Environmental Analytics for this three-week course. You’ll hear directly from the data scientists and industry experts working on these projects about the benefits and challenges of working with big datasets. We’ll also invite you to download, analyze and visualize a dataset yourself, to gain a greater understanding of the complexities behind data science.

Begin Robotics

Explore robot anatomy, control and behavior by ' test driving 'an ERIC - our very own University of Reading mobile robot - through a series of simulated tasks such as navigating a maze and avoiding obstacles.

In this four-week course from the University of Reading Department of Computer Science, you "ll learn about the history of robots and the jobs robots are now doing in a range of environments - from homes, to hospitals and even outer space. You" ll also explore the fundamentals of robot design and understand how the sensors, moving parts and computer "brain" work together to allow the robot to complete its tasks. Each week, you’ll meet a range of robots used in teaching and research at the University of Reading to describe or demonstrate aspects of robotics.

BEGIN PROGRAMMING: BUILD YOUR FIRST MOBILE GAME

Start your journey in computer programming by learning how to build your own mobile game using the same tools as industry professionals.

In this five-week course, you’ll learn basic Java programming and will be introduced to the basic constructs and principles behind computer programs, and the building blocks that are used to create them. You’ll create algorithms to solve problems and translate them into code. Each week you’ll put into practice your new-found skills by changing the game code provided in the course, creating a game unique to you.

Understanding anxiety, depression and CBT

Around a quarter of the UK's population is directly affected by mental health difficulties. This course will improve your understanding and knowledge around depression and anxiety, and introduce you to a leading, effective treatment for both disorders, called Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).

Over five weeks, you’ll explore how anxiety and depression differ from ‘normal’ emotional states, dispel some common myths about these disorders and associated signs and symptoms. The course also looks at some of the factors that may be responsible for maintaining these mental health difficulties using a cognitive behavioural framework, and how CBT can be one of the ways in which both can be successfully treated. The course is delivered by experts in the Charlie Waller Institute and aims toencourage the conversation about mental health generally and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health conditions.

This course has been accredited by the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP), and has been approved for distance-learning continuing professional development (CPD).

UNDERSTANDING DEPRESSION AND LOW MOOD IN YOUNG PEOPLE

Around 75% of mental health difficulties start before a person reaches their 18th birthday. Learn how to recognize low mood and depression in young people, and discuss evidence-based practical techniques to help support them.

The consequences of untreated depression for young people are significant and it's important not only to recognize these difficulties early on but also to offer appropriate support. This five-week course has been developed by leading experts at the Charlie Waller Institute and the Anxiety and Depression in Young People Research Unit, for parents of young people with depression and low mood, or teachers, school staff and healthcare professionals who play a role in detecting mental health difficulties.

Heart health: a beginner "s guide to cardiovascular disease

Drawing on expertise from the world-renowned Institute for Cardiovascular and Metabolic Research at the University of Reading, this four-week course provides an introduction to cardiovascular disease - one of the biggest killers in the UK and worldwide.

This course will improve your knowledge of how the heart works, the causes of cardiovascular diseases such as heart attacks, strokes, high blood pressure and heart failure and what you can do to avoid them. Each week you’ll be able to get hands on with a practical activity, helping you to apply the knowledge you’ll gain on the course, to better understand your own heart. You’ll learn the factors that can lead to cardiovascular disease and what you can do to lower the risk.

Find out more about on the FutureLearn website and take a look at one of the video to see what will be covered.

Pathways to Property: Starting Your Career in Real Estate

What role does property play in sustaining modern society, and who is involved in the property development process? Find out how the property development process works, who the key stakeholders are and how you can start your career in real estate.

This course has been co-created by experts at the Reading Real Estate Foundation (RREF) and Henley Business School at the University of Reading, specifically designed for 14-18 year olds looking to start, or find out about the possibilities of a career in Real Estate. Using the International Quarter London (IQL) regeneration scheme as a case study, you’ll explore what property is, the current issues affecting it and what the future holds for the industry. You’ll also be able to find out more about the Pathways to Property Summer School, which is free to attend and open to Year 12 students from UK state schools and colleges.

MANAGING PEOPLE PROGRAM

Managing People is a program created by the University of Reading and Henley Business School. The program includes five courses which explore different aspects of managing people, helping you expand and refine your management skills. These courses can be taken separately or as part of the wider Managing People program.

Aimed at existing managers and those about to take on managerial responsibility in any organization, this program provides new insights into the science and art of management. By the end of the program, you will understand the strategies needed to engage your workforce and how to get the best out of the people you manage. You will develop skills in recognizing good management practice and learn techniques in dealing more effectively with everyday management challenges.

This program has been accredited by European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) and the courses are Online Course Certification System (EOCCS) certified, an international quality benchmark for online courses.

Find out more about the different courses available in the Managing People program on the FutureLearn website.

SUPPORTING SUCCESSFUL LEARNING IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Build your understanding of learning and teaching to gain confidence in supporting the education of children in primary school, as a teaching assistant.

Over this four-week course, you’ll hear from education experts, school staff and school children, all providing insight into how learning happens and the importance of both the learning environment, and of effective communication in a primary school setting. You’ll examine the impact of behavioural theories on learning in school, as well as reflecting on your own classroom experiences. You’ll build confidence and develop effective working practices to improve the support you provide in school.

SUPPORTING SUCCESSFUL LEARNING IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS

This sister course to Supporting Successful Learning in Primary Education will help build teaching assistants ’and support staff’s understanding of learning and teaching in a secondary school setting.

Over four-weeks, you’ll hear from education experts, school staff and school children, all providing insights into how learning happens and the importance of both the learning environment, and of effective communication in a secondary school setting. Through the course activities, you’ll understand the importance of language and communication in school, and will gain confidence in implementing best working practices through reflection of, and discussion about, your own classroom based experiences.

A BEGINNER "S GUIDE TO WRITING IN ENGLISH FOR UNIVERSITY STUDY

Learn the principles of academic writing and develop your English language skills to help you achieve study success at university or college.

Over five weeks, our expert teachers from the International Study and Language Institute at the University of Reading will help you to organize an essay, write in an academic style and develop the skills you need to write academic English effectively. This course is a perfect introduction to academic writing for international students considering a pre-sessional English language course or a degree at the University of Reading or another English-speaking university.

AN INTERMEDIATE GUIDE TO WRITING IN ENGLISH FOR UNIVERSITY STUDY

Build on your existing knowledge to research, write and reference essays similar to those you might be expected to write at university. You’ll explore how to develop your ideas, organize them into a clear and logical structure, and reference sources correctly.

Whether you're a prospective undergraduate or postgraduate student, or are currently undertaking university-level study, this five-week course will build on your ability to research, write and reference essays and extended writing projects.

This is the second course in our Guide to Writing in English for University Study Program which has been developed by experts within the International Study and Language Institute. The course can either be taken as a follow-on from the Beginner's Guide to Writing in English for University Study (please see above) or independently.

A-level Study Boost: Unseen Poetry and the Creative Process

What do we do when we encounter a poem for the first time? How can the process of writing poetry help us to enjoy and understand the written word in new ways? This course guides you through strategies for close reading and the creative process.

In this short two week course, you’ll explore the techniques that poets use and consider their impact on you as a reader. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to express yourself more effectively and have created an original poem of your own.

University Smart: A Parent and Supporter's Guide to University Entry

Completing university applications can be confusing for young people, their parents and supporters. University Smart will help you to support your young person through each step of the application process.

This brief course provides key decision dates, advice on making the most of university visits, and what your young person needs to know when completing their application. You will also have an opportunity to discuss common issues such as finance, learning support and student life.