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University of Reading English Requirements

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United Kingdom

The University of Reading is a public research university located in Reading, Berkshire, England, established in 1892 as a University of Oxford extension college and granted its Royal Charter in 1926. It is known for strong programs in agriculture, meteorology, environmental science, and business (Henley Business School), and hosts over 5,000 international students from more than 165 countries.

Verified on the university's admissions pages · Jul 2026

Quick answer

University of Reading accepts Cambridge C1 Advanced, Cambridge C2 Proficiency, Cambridge English, Duolingo English Test, IELTS Academic, LanguageCert Academic, Oxford ELLT, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, and Trinity ISE for international admission.

Undergraduate requirements

Undergraduate English requirements at University of Reading vary by program or college; there is no single university-wide minimum. Check the specific program you're applying to.

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Requirements are read from University of Reading's own admissions pages and refreshed regularly. Admission requirements change between cycles. Always confirm on the university's admissions page before applying.