THE University of Reading (UK) is an excellent choice for students receiving their International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE), Advanced Level (A-level), Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) results.
Renowned for its high-quality teaching, research and strong graduate employability, the university is ranked 172 globally in the QS World University Rankings 2025.
Located in Reading, often referred to as the Silicon Valley of the UK, the university benefits from a dynamic and innovative environment. The town is also highly accessible, just a 30-minute train ride from London.
Flexible learning
Fortunately, students can experience a University of Reading education without the need to travel to the UK or bear the high costs of studying abroad.
Students can study at the university’s international branch campus in Malaysia with state-of-the-art facilities located in EduCity, Iskandar Puteri in Johor.
Students studying at the branch campus enjoy the best of both worlds – the same prestigious University of Reading degree, delivered to the same high-quality academic standards, but at a significantly more affordable cost.
Should they wish, students also have flexible options to transfer to the Reading UK campus.
Top-ranked schools and programmes
Five of the university’s world-leading schools and institutions are represented at its Malaysia campus, offering a diverse range of academic disciplines:
> Henley Business School
> School of Law
> School of the Built Environment
> School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences
> Foundation Studies and Language Institute
The campus offers a selection of the university’s ‘signature’ degree courses in professional fields, providing students with exceptional career opportunities:
> Accounting and Finance
> Finance and Business Management
> Management and business
> Law
> Psychology (with or without a one-year professional placement)
> Quantity Surveying
> Real Estate
Further programme details can be found at https://www.reading.edu.my/programmes Graduates have enjoyed high employability, with many securing job offers prior to graduation.
IGCSE, SPM and equivalent holders can join its 12-month International Foundation Programme (IFP) as a pathway to their chosen undergraduate degree.
Elevated academic journey
Students benefit from an enhanced learning experience.
The campus at EduCity, Iskandar Puteri in Johor provides students with state-of-the-art facilities including IT-enabled classrooms, lecture theatre, learning resource centre and student social areas all conveniently under one roof.
Students also benefit from small class sizes of around 30 students, allowing for more personalised learning and meaningful interactions.
The academic team is experienced and highly qualified; 75% of those teaching in the undergraduate programmes are doctoral degree holders and many possess relevant industry experience.
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 student Hub.
Open Day
The university is accepting applications for its March (foundation only), May (undergraduate only), July and September 2025 intakes.
Students and parents are advised to contact the university’s team for a consultation or to register for its Campus Open Day on March 8, from 10am to 4pm.
The university, located at EduCity, Iskandar Puteri in Johor, is open from Monday to Friday (9am-5pm) and Saturday (10am-4pm).
You can also call 07-268 6205 or WhatsApp or email my.enquiry@reading.edu.my.
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