Program Overview

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University of Reading Department of Meteorology

The Department of Meteorology at the University of Reading offers a range of programs for students interested in pursuing a career in meteorology.

Undergraduate Programs

• Undergraduate courses
• Why study a degree with us?
• How you'll study
• Department life for undergraduates

Master's Programs

• Master's courses
• Why study a master's with us?
• How you'll study as a master's student
• Preparation for our master's courses
• Department life for master's students

PhD Programs

• PhD opportunities
• Why study a PhD with us?
• PhD fees and funding
  • PhD scholarships
• How we support PhD students
• Department life for PhD students
• How to apply for a PhD

Online Courses

• Premium Online Courses
  • Fundamentals of Meteorology
  • Statistics for Weather and Climate Science
  • Tropical Meteorology
  • Climate Services and Climate Impact Modelling
• Open courses

Japan Fellowship

Application Process

The application process for the Japan Fellowship involves submitting an application form and supporting documents by a specified deadline. The timeline for the application is as follows:

• 1 October: Application opens
• 16 February: Deadline for submission of applications
• 3 March: Final decisions are made, and candidates are informed of outcomes
• 1 June 1 November: The successful fellow arrives in Reading to begin their fellowship.

Who Are We Looking For?

Successful applicants will have a paid position within a Japanese research institution and must have a PhD or equivalent. Applicants will have started their PhD within the last 10 years of the application deadlines.

How to Apply

To submit an application, you must complete an Application Form and supporting documents, including:

• 2-page statement of a research plan and how work conducted at Reading will enhance your existing work at your home institution
• 1-2 page CV, including, if possible, the name of a referee who is not from your home institution
• 1-2 page letter of support from your home institution
• 1 page itemising the costs requested.

Costs and Resources

The Fellowship will pay for Japan-UK economy air fares for the fellow, a spouse and children if applicable, and attendance at an international conference in Europe. Additional UK living costs, such as accommodation, can also be claimed for up to Ł9,000 for one year. The fellowship will not cover the fellow's salary.

Information for Sponsors

The University of Reading is actively pursuing opportunities for match funding so that the scheme may be made permanent and more visits of young Japanese scientists can be supported.

Research

The University of Reading has one of the largest concentrations of researchers in weather and climate science in the world. The department's research interests can be explored on the university's research website.