Program Overview

University of Reading Global Academy

The University of Reading Global Academy offers a range of programs for international students, including International Foundation Pathways, Pre-sessional English, English Language Tests, Academic English Programme, Global Graduate Programme, and Short courses.

International Foundation Pathways

• International Foundation Programme
• International Foundation Year
• How to apply for an IFP or an IFY
• English language requirements
• Academic entry requirements
• Why study with us?
• Meet our students
• Scholarships and discounts

Pre-sessional English

• Pre-sessional courses
• How long do you need to study?
• How you'll study
• How to apply
• Combined offers
• Accommodation

English Language Tests

• Test of English for Educational Purposes (TEEP)
  • How to apply for a TEEP test
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
  • How to apply for an IELTS test
  • About the IELTS test
  • IELTS test preparation
  • What happens on test day?
  • IELTS fees and forms
  • Receiving results

Academic English Programme

• Online courses for self-enrolment
• Academic Language Webinars
• Spoken language courses
• 1:1 consultations for writing and presentations
• Discipline-specific Academic English Programme
• Academic language and literacy staff

Global Graduate Programme

• Modules

Short courses

• International Professional Development Courses
• International Summer School
• Visiting Student Programme
• Homestay hosting

Our staff

• COP for international tutors
• Transferable Academic Skills Kit (TASK)

Pre-sessional English Course Details

You can study on our Pre-sessional English programme at the University of Reading for 16, 10 or 6 weeks, depending on your current and target English language requirements. The table below summarises the recommended courses for students with an English language requirement of 6.5 overall (6.0 subskill) or below in their offer letter.

Course Options

• 16 weeks (campus): Ł8,640, 11 May to 04 September 2026 (with a study break 22 to 26 June 2026)
• 16 weeks (distance learning): Ł8,640, 11 May to 04 September 2026 (with a study break 22 to 26 June 2026)
• 10 weeks (campus): Ł5,400, 29 June to 04 September 2026
• 10 weeks (distance learning): Ł5,400, 29 June to 04 September 2026
• 6 weeks (campus): Ł3,240, 27 July to 04 September 2026
• 6 weeks (distance learning): Ł3,240, 27 July to 04 September 2026

On Campus or Distance Learning

If you wish to study on campus and require a visa to study in the UK, you will need to provide proof of your language level with a Secure English Language Test (SELT) certificate. The most well-known test is UKVI IELTS. If you wish to study on a distance-learning course, we also accept tests such as Academic IELTS, Pearson PTE, Duolingo, and the Test of English for Educational Purposes (TEEP).

Pre-sessional Results and Visa Application

Your Pre-sessional results are sent to the Admissions Team in the week commencing 7 September 2026. If you need to resit any of the assessments, your resit results will be sent in the week commencing 14 September 2026. As long as you have accepted your main course academic offer, paid the deposit for this, and all other conditions have been met, you will then receive your main course Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS).

Target IELTS Level of 7.0 or Higher

If your English language requirement is a 7.0 overall with no less than 6.0 in each skill, or is another requirement not listed above, we will recommend the most appropriate course on a case-by-case basis.

Combined Offer or Single-Entry Visa

A Combined Offer (CAS) or single-entry visa covers your Pre-sessional English course and your main course of study. All applicants studying on the campus 10-week or 6-week Pre-sessional English course will be considered for a Combined CAS.