Applications open in January 2024
Details of how to apply are listed below.
Should you require help, please refer to the application instructions and guidance materials provided below in the first instance.
Any queries that are not answered by these materials should be directed to the Study Abroad Office (studyabroad@reading.ac.uk).
Apply: Study Abroad (semester or year)
Study Abroad
For students wanting to study at one of our global partner universities for a semester or full academic year? (excluding the University of Reading Malaysia)
Applications timeframes:
- Open: Monday 08 January 2023 (10:00 UK Time)
- Close: Thursday 18 January 2024 (15:00 UK Time)
How to apply:
- Read the Study Abroad Application Guide 2024/25 (PDF)
- Submit an Application to Study Abroad in 2024/25 – application link is in the Study Abroad Application Guide (application deadline is 3pm on Thursday 18 January 2024).
Apply: University of Reading Malaysia
University of Reading Malaysia
For students wanting to spend part of or all of their second year at our campus in Malaysia (depending on subject)?
Applications timeframes:
- Open: Monday 08 January 2023 (10:00 UK Time)
- Close: Thursday 07 March 2024 (15:00 UK Time)
How to apply:
- Read the UoR – UoRM Expression of Interest Tool Guide.
- Submit an application through the UoRM Expression of Interest Tool on the RISIS Portal.
Apply: Summer Schools
Summer Schools
Would you like to spend a summer at one of the listed partner universities overseas?
To apply:
- Review our Summer School webpage and available destinations.
- Read the Study Abroad Application Guide 2024/25 (PDF)
- Submit an Application to Study Abroad in 2024/25 – application link is in the Study Abroad Application Guide (application deadline is 3pm on Thursday 18 January 2024).
Application Guides & Webinars
Get Informed!
Studying abroad is a big undertaking, and it is important to be as well-informed as possible prior to submitting an application.
Before you apply, ensure that you read through the relevant application guide for your desired destination(s).
- Things to Consider information
- Study Abroad Online Application Guide (PDF)
- UoR-UoRM Expression of Interest Tool Guide (PDF)
- Study Abroad Information Session (you will need to use your University of Reading credentials to log into Yuja to access the video)
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find the application link?
The application links for study abroad at one of our partner institutions is in the Study Abroad Application Guide 2024/25 . You can apply via RISIS if you want to study abroad at the University of Reading Malaysia.
When will I hear back regarding my application?
The Study Abroad Office will only begin reviewing applications once the deadline has passed. Students will normally be notified by email of the outcome of their application in late February, or informed in advance if application outcomes will be in advance of this date.
Can I apply for both semester/year-long study abroad and a summer school?
You can, but it does not mean that you can do both. The application form will give you an option to apply for both activities. However, applicants will normally only be able to be allocated to participate in either a summer school or an exchange placement (semester or year-long) in this application round. You will be asked whether semester / yearlong or summer school is your preference.
Can I apply for both a worldwide partner and the University of Reading Malaysia?
Yes. Submit both of the following:
- Application to Study Abroad in 2024/25.
- Application through the UoRM Expression of Interest Tool on RISIS.
When completing the Application to Study Abroad in 2024/25, you will be asked to list up to five partner institutions in order of preference. Make sure you include the University of Reading Malaysia as one of the institutions in that list.
Will I improve my chances of getting my preferred choice(s) if I select less than 5 institutions?
No. If you select fewer possible options, you will reduce the chances of being able to study abroad. Most years students apply for only 1 or 2 institutions believing that we will have to allocate them, and they miss out. However, do not list institutions where you would not want to study.
If I change my 3-year degree now to a 4-year degree with Study Abroad, will this improve my chances of being allocated a place?
No. It will not impact the allocation making process in any way. Being on the 4-year programme does not guarantee you a place to study abroad.
How do I know when and where I might be able to go abroad?
You can find a list of eligible destinations and study abroad durations on the Where? page.
- Enter your subject area. This will bring up a list of eligible destinations.
- Select ‘Find out more’ next to any institution.
- Scroll down and select ‘When can you study abroad?’. This will tell you when students of your degree programme are permitted to go overseas.
My subject does not list a university where I want to study abroad. What should I do?
If a partner institution is not listed as an available option for your subject area it means you cannot study abroad at that institution. If you select it in your application it will be a wasted selection.
How do you decide who gets to study abroad or participate in a summer school?
You can find selection criteria on the main Apply page under ‘Application Process > 3. Selection & Notification of Decision > Selection Criteria for Study Abroad/Summer Schools’.
If I do not get my first choice institution can I be put on a waiting list for that institution if I accept an offer for another university ?
No.
What happens if I fail a module(s) and need to resit in August 2024? Can I still study abroad?
The option to study abroad is dependent on you being in good academic standing and registered as a full-time student at the University of Reading at the time the mobility takes place.
If you have failed a module / modules, you might not be able to academically progress to the next academic year if you do not resit the module / modules. In such a case you would not be considered in good academic standing and your Department / School could remove permission to study abroad if you have not successfully completed your current academic year of studies.
Some partner institution’s academic calendars might start before the planned resits (e.g., Australia, New Zealand, USA etc), which could prove problematic.
If this situation arises you need to discuss options with your Study Abroad Coordinator and Academic Tutor at the earliest opportunity. Any costs incurred by this point will be borne entirely by the participants, not the University of Reading.
