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If you're an international student, our international foundation programmes enable you to progress onto your chosen undergraduate degree at the University of Reading, including Henley Business School, if you don't hold the correct qualifications or meet the requirements for direct entry.
At the University of Reading Global Academy, we have 100 years of experience in international education, and we provide world-class teaching, cultural insight, and ongoing personalised support.
You have the choice to study the one-year International Foundation Programme (IFP) or a wide range of four-year degrees with an Integrated International Foundation Year (IFY). Both prepare you for undergraduate study in three ways:
During your first year on both programmes, you will study modules that will give you the knowledge, academic training, language skills and confidence you need for your undergraduate degree.
You will study subject-based modules that are designed to closely align with your chosen degree. These modules will help prepare you for the undergraduate degree you'll take at the University of Reading, including Henley Business School.
You will be enrolled in one of three pathways corresponding to your intended degree:
There are more than 4,700 international students at the University of Reading. Meet some of our International Foundation Pathways students and see what they have to say about studying at Reading.
As one of the first university-owned programmes, with 40 years of experience, our International Foundation Pathways give you the highest quality preparation for your undergraduate studies.
Applications should be made directly to International Foundation Pathways at the University of Reading.
We offer our international students a variety of scholarships, including the Reading Excellence Scholarship – IFP/IFY.
