The following information outlines how to apply for either an International Foundation Programme or the International Foundation Year.
Firstly, choose your foundation course, check the entry requirements and complete an application.
Deadline for Applications for IFP students wishing to study MPharm Pharmacy.
Due to the highly competitive nature of our MPharm Pharmacy course, we will be running a gathered field approach to applications for the IFP, where Pharmacy is the intended future degree.
The deadline for January 2026 applications will be announced soon.
Check your English language and academic entry requirements
Your English language and academic entry requirements will depend on your chosen programme. Some students may be asked for higher grades in subjects relevant to their intended degree programme.
Candidates should apply through the University's online application service. The online service allows you to complete your application form and attach electronic copies of your academic transcripts, English language certificates and other supporting documents.
Please use the following links to access the online form:
- International Foundation Programme - January 2026 entry - apply now
- International Foundation Programme - September 2026 entry - apply now
If you are unable to apply online, you can request a paper application form by telephoning +44 (0) 118 378 8372 or emailing ifpadmissions@reading.ac.uk.
4-year undergraduate degrees with integrated international foundation year
BSc Food Business and Marketing with International Foundation Year
Agricultural Business Management with International Foundation Year
Agriculture with International Foundation Year
Architectural Engineering with International Foundation Year
Building Surveying with International Foundation Year
Construction Management and Surveying with International Foundation Year
Construction Management with International Foundation Year
Consumer Behaviour and Marketing with International Foundation Year
Economics and Finance with International Foundation Year
Economics with International Foundation Year
Environmental Science with International Foundation Year
Food Science with International Foundation Year
Law with International Foundation Year
Mathematics with International Foundation Year
Mathematics with Finance and Investment Banking with International Foundation Year
Meteorology and Climate with International Foundation Year
Museum Studies and Archaeology with International Foundation Year
Politics and International Relations with International Foundation Year
Psychology with International Foundation Year
Quantity Surveying with International Foundation Year
Scholarships and discounts
We offer our international students a variety of scholarships, including the Reading Excellence Scholarship – IFP/IFY.
Why study an IFP or IFY at Reading?
Make friends and develop your language skills and confidence on an international foundation at Reading. You will benefit from our high levels of student support, high-quality teaching, and award-wining campus.
