University of Reading

Es. 1892 | N/A

Es. 1892 | N/A

Type of Institution

Public

Number of Students

19,390

Student Faculty Ratio

11.47

Internationality Factor

20%

Avg Tuition per Student

£9,419

Net assets (2024)

£451.1 milion

Total Income

£316.9 milion

Nobel Laureates

N/A

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About

The University of Reading is a distinguished educational institution in the UK, known for providing high-quality education and fostering an environment that promotes research-driven learning. Established over 95 years ago, the university has evolved into a hub of innovation and academic excellence.

The University of Reading offers a wide range of academic programmes, including nearly 140 postgraduate courses across various disciplines. This diversity in offerings ensures that students have ample opportunities to specialize in their areas of interest and pursue both academic and professional growth.

The university consistently ranks among the...

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Whiteknights House, Whiteknights, Reading, RG6 6UR

+44(0)1189875123

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Campus life

Gender Population Graph

Female54%

Male46%

Not known0%

Other0%

Staff Distribution Graph

Non-academic56%

Academic44%

Student Distribution Graph

First degree62%

Postgraduate (taught)31%

Postgraduate (research)5%

Other undergraduate1%

Domicile per Region Graph

Academic Requirements

Students applying for a postgraduate programme at this university need to meet academic entry requirements. Admission criteria such as English language competency or relevant professional experience may also be required. The MSc in Accounting and Financial Management requires an undergraduate degree with a 2:1 grade or higher, or international equivalent, in any subject. Applicants to the MA in Education will need to hold or have a predicted honours degree at a 2:1 grade level or higher, or international equivalent. An honours degree with a grade of 2:1 or higher, or international equivalent, is required for students applying for the LLM in...

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Programs

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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Creative Arts and Design
Business and Management
Education
Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Medicine and Health

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Year Founded

1892

University of Reading is founded as an extension college of Christ Church, Oxford.

1926

University of Reading receives its Royal Charter and becomes an independent university.

1947

University of Reading is the first university in the UK to offer a degree in agriculture.

1956

University of Reading is awarded the Queen’s Award for Export Achievement for its work in agricultural education and research.

2008

The University of Reading merges with Henley Management College, forming the Henley Business School.

Public Figures

Theresa May

Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and alumna of University of Reading.

Vikram Seth

Novelist, poet, and alumni of University of Reading, where he earned his PhD in Economics.

Alan Howard

Billionaire and co-founder of Brevan Howard Asset Management, who studied at University of Reading for his undergraduate degree in Economics.