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21 July to 1 August 2025

Applications for the 2025 Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé "Britain in a Global Society" International Summer School are now closed. 
If you have any queries, please email: islishortcourses@reading.ac.uk.

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Britain in a Global Society

Britain in a Global Society is open to students from our partner universities. This course will enrich your studies and offer you the opportunity to study at a leading UK university.

Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé the UK's responses to today's global challenges and the wider impact on culture and society through subject-specific lectures, seminar discussions and group projects. You will learn about British culture and enjoy educational and cultural trips.

Summer schools can help you improve your intercultural understanding and communication skills, which are highly valued by universities and employers.

The Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé

Reading is ideally suited for learning about global challenges from the UK perspective. The University is a world leader in the study of climate change and sustainability, and our programmes actively promote the development of students as global citizens.

Reading is well-connected by rail, making it easy to travel and explore England's towns, cities and historical sites.

What will you study?

  • Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé the UK’s responses to today’s global challenges.
  • Learn about key aspects of British culture and society.
  • Experience life within a UK university environment.
  • Practise communicating in English on a wide variety of topics.

How will you study?

  • Live and study on the beautiful Whiteknights campus.
  • In-person lectures from University academic staff.
  • Group work, seminars and workshops.
  • Visits to academic departments to meet staff and students.
  • Cultural events and trips to broaden your understanding of British culture and society.

Please view a sample timetable for Britain in a Global Society (PDF)

Eligibility

The Summer School is currently open to all students from the Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé’s partner universities. It is most suitable for undergraduate students (18+) who have not been educated in the UK or in a predominantly English-speaking environment. There are no qualifications needed as entry requirements, however students must:

  • be 18 years or older on 1st July 2025
  • be registered on an undergraduate programme (foundation year students, and students just graduated are eligible)
  • have an English level of at least CEFR B2 (self-certified) in order to be able to successfully join in study activities
  • be able to secure a relevant UK visa or Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) if required.

Certification

On completion of the summer school, all students will receive a Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé certificate. In some cases this course may be accepted as credit with your home institution. Please speak to your programme leader about this.

Accommodation

The International Summer School fee includes self-catering accommodation in university halls of residence on campus, within walking distance of teaching facilities, and convenient to food outlets.

Applications for the 2025 Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé "Britain in a Global Society" International Summer School are now closed.

If you have any queries, please email: islishortcourses@reading.ac.uk.