Global opportunities
The Global Study Lounge hosts sessions run by staff, services, and directorates from across the University in relation to Global Opportunities.
Reading provides a number of study abroad opportunities that can help you learn about new countries and cultures whilst having fun and making new friends from across the world. You can gain confidence and experience by pushing yourself beyond your usual comfort zone and gain life experience and skills sought after by potential employers.
Find out more about the benefits of studying abroad.
Prepare for studying abroad by learning a language from the Institute-Wide Language Programme.
Open to University of Reading students, our university-wide Global Graduate Programme helps you build the knowledge and skills necessary for today's international workplace. Eligible students create their own programme and select from a range of modules with an emphasis on the central themes of intercultural competence and communication.
Any extracurricular activities you participate in on the programme, especially if based on the central themes, can be used as evidence for the RED Global Engagement Award, a certificate highly valued by employers.
The Reading Experience and Development (RED) Global Engagement Award is one of the University of Reading’s Official Skills Awards. It is an opportunity for those currently studying at the University of Reading to gain awareness of the wider world, with the purpose of becoming more globally engaged.
On achieving this award, you will be able to demonstrate your awareness of being globally engaged, which many companies are actively seeking, whilst committing to making the world a better place for all.
Further information, including how to obtain the award, can be found on their webpages.
Participating in the Global Study Lounge’s Conversation Cafés can be used towards earning a RED Award.
Reading's Careers Centre offers a wide range of information and resources to help you discover options for starting your career journey. Whether you’re an international student looking to work in the UK, or a UK student looking to work abroad, it’s never too early to start your global career research.
Working in another country is a good way to improve existing skills or learn new ones, making you more attractive to employers as well as being a beneficial addition to your CV.
Prepare for working abroad by learning a language from the Institute-Wide Language Programme.