AFTER completing a huge milestone such as Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), many are looking into the array of possibilities ahead of them.
One such opportunity is studying in the United Kingdom, especially one that is internationally recognised.
The University of Reading (UK) is an ideal choice for students receiving their SPM results as the university is renowned for its high-quality teaching, research and graduate employability.
Moreover, it is consistently ranked in the Top 100 in the world for International Outlook by the Times Higher Education (2022).
International branch campus in Malaysia
However, if the route to studying overseas seems unattainable there are still ways in achieving this pathway locally.
Students do not have to travel all the way to the UK or take on the huge financial expense of an overseas education to study with the university.
In fact, students are able to study at the university’s wholly-owned international branch campus in Malaysia.
Established in 2013, the University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM) branch campus allows students to enjoy the best of both worlds as they are privy to the same prestigious UOR degree that is delivered to the same high-quality academic standards, but at a significantly more affordable cost.
Furthermore, students are also able to enjoy its iconic, state-of-the-art campus complex located in EduCity, Iskandar Puteri, Johor since 2015.
Students will also be able to choose between five of the university’s world-leading schools and institutions represented at the Malaysia campus:
> Henley Business School
> School of Law
> School of the Built Environment
> School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences
> Foundation Studies and Language Institute
Degrees with a career advantage
Besides that, students would be able to choose from a slew of signature degree courses in professional disciplines that would help kick start their career in:
> Accounting and Finance
> Finance and Business Management
> Management and business
> Law
> Psychology (with or without a one year professional placement)
> Quantity Surveying
> Real Estate
These degrees carry relevant industry and professional recognition which is touted to enhance the employability of graduates. For more information on the programmes offered, visit here .
SPM holders are encouraged to join its 12-month International Foundation Programme (IFP) which allows them a pathway to their chosen undergraduate degree subject to meeting the progression requirements.
Enhanced learning experience
Students are able to experience a highly-qualified academic team; 75% of those teaching on the undergraduate programmes are doctoral degree holders while many possess relevant industry experience.
Students also benefit from small class sizes of around 30 students, which means they receive more personalised learning and interaction.
Aside from steller education students also benefit from an enhanced learning experience.
UoRM’s campus at EduCity Iskandar in Johor offers students with state-of-the-art facilities such as IT-enabled classrooms, lecture theatre, learning resource centre and student social areas all housed under one roof.
Students also get to enjoy excellent recreational facilities at EduCity that include an Olympic swimming pool, running track, indoor stadium, fitness centre, music studio and a 24-hour student hub.
Flexible options to study in the UK
What’s more, students can also take advantage of the flexible options to spend one or even two years studying at the award-winning Reading UK campus.
Reading UK’s main campus is located in Whiteknights and is set on 130ha of beautiful parkland and has won the Green Flag award 11 times in a row, making it one of the UK’s best green spaces. For a virtual tour of the UK campus visit here .
With the Reading town being a mere 30-minute train ride from London, it is an ideal location for students wishing to explore the UK.
Apply for entry in July or September
Students with SPM, IGCSE or equivalent results can start applying for the IFP course offered either in July or September.
Students who obtain 7As or above are automatically eligible for the university’s High Achievers Scholarship that gives up to 30% off the programme fee, with the opportunity to apply for the Provost’s Scholarship providing a 100% waiver of the programme fee.
For more information, visit www.reading.edu.my or follow them on Facebook or Instagram. For further advice or to book a one-on-one campus visit, call or WhatsApp Kristinah (016-2064 012) or Joyce (016-7215 400) or email my.enquiry@reading.edu.my. Visit Educity 79200 Iskandar Puteri Johor, Malaysia on Monday-Friday (9am-5pm) and Saturday (10am-4pm).
