Law International Summer School

The Law Summer School is open to students from our partner universities who have completed the first year of their undergraduate studies and are currently in the second year or above.

The International Summer School explores contemporary issues in areas such as arbitration, banking, global security, and climate change. You will examine these topics through subject-specific lectures, seminar discussions and activities.

Our highly regarded academics regularly contribute to global and national policy development and law reforms through their work with governments and regulatory agencies.

Alongside your university-based learning, you will enjoy educational and cultural trips. Reading is well-connected by rail, making it easy to travel and explore the country's towns, cities and historical sites.

• engage with the fundamental themes of commercial law
• learn about contemporary issues in international law
• explore key aspects of the English legal system
• experience life within a UK university environment by living and studying on the beautiful Whiteknights campus.

• in-person lectures from University academic staff
• group work, seminars and workshops
• field trips, cultural events, and trips to broaden your understanding of British culture and society.

The International Summer School is open to all students from the University of Reading’s partner universities who have completed at least half of their undergraduate studies. It is most suitable for undergraduate students (18+) who have not been educated in the UK.

Certification

After completing the summer school, all students will receive a University of Reading certificate.

Course fee

The fee for the two-week summer school is £1,800.

The fee includes all tuition and activities, including two full-day trips, and self-catered accommodation on the University campus.

The following are not included in the fee:

• flights to the UK
• insurance
• food and drink
• airport transfers and local travel.

Accommodation

The fee includes self-catered accommodation in University halls of residence on campus, which are within walking distance of teaching facilities and convenient to food outlets.

Travel to the UK

We recommend you plan to arrive at Heathrow Airport on Sunday 6 July and depart on Saturday 19 July, after the course has finished.  

Travelling to Reading from Heathrow Airport is easy and takes about 45 minutes by RailAir Link bus, which departs from Terminals 2, 3, and 5 at regular intervals. RailAir Link will stop at Reading train station, and from there, there is a local bus that takes you to the main campus within a few minutes. Alternatively, you can get a taxi from Reading train station directly to campus, which will cost about £10. 

We will provide you with information about your accommodation closer to the time.

Arrival in the UK

What to pack

Make sure you carry the following items in your hand luggage:  

• valid passport or other travel document  
• visa (if applicable)
• a printed copy of the confirmation of place (invitation letter) on the Summer School  
• address of your accommodation in Reading (if you know it)  
• relevant medical records and details of any existing medical conditions (if applicable)  
• cash in £5, £10 and £20 notes only, as £50 notes are sometimes not accepted as means of payment  
• phone charger and power adaptor, so you can charge your phone when you arrive.

Top tip: ensure you have digital copies of your passport, visa (if applicable), and all summer school documents saved in a safe and accessible place (e.g. iCloud, Google Drive, DropBox).  

Any participant visiting from a non-EU country that doesn’t require a visa to enter the UK must apply for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation)  before entering the UK. Please assess if you need to apply for an electronic travel authorisation (ETA).

British Money

• The UK currency is the Pound (GBP). The symbol for the Pound is £. The Pound is comprised of 100 pence (p).   Coins come in the following denominations: 1p, 2p, 5p, 10p, 20p, 50p, £1 (100p), and £2 (200p).  
• Banknotes come in the following denominations: £5, £10, £20, and £50.  
• £50 notes are not widely used and are sometimes not accepted as a means of payment.  
• Coins and banknotes featuring King Charles III are gradually entering circulation. However, coins and banknotes featuring Queen Elizabeth II are still accepted.  

Electronic Payments

Most public transport and taxis accept contactless card payments. You should bring both cash and card payment options with you.

What not to pack

• Kitchen items: these can be bought in the UK .
• Bedding: this is included in the course fee. Please note that towels will not be provided
• Study materials: these can be purchased in the UK, either on campus or in Reading town centre.
• Large amounts of cash: the University of Reading operates a cashless campus. Large amounts of cash (£10,000 or more) must be declared at customs on arrival in the UK .
• Food items: it is illegal to import many food items (especially meat or dairy products) into the UK, but many foods you eat at home can easily be found in the UK. 

• Applications are open until 18 April 2025.
• Please apply early: applications will be processed on a first-come-first-served basis and will close if the course becomes full.
• You must pay a deposit to secure a place on the course.  Please read the Terms and Conditions carefully, which must be agreed on during the application.
• We will email a personal response to confirm your eligibility for the summer school within five working days.
• All successful applicants will receive a confirmation of the course in April 2025.
• Late applications may be possible; please check this web page for an update.

For any general queries, please contact Dr Benjamin Thorne.