Scholarship details
Through the efforts of the African Real Estate Society (AfRES), the University of Reading is providing a student from Africa with the opportunity to participate in one of its postgraduate Real Estate and Planning programs without paying any tuition fees. Students need to demonstrate that they have been accepted into one of the University of Reading’s Real Estate and Planning postgraduate degree programs.
About the Scholarship Provider:
The beautiful and award-winning setting of the University of Reading means that its students can look forward to an education and study that can compete with the best in the world. Both the QS World University Rankings 2022 and the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2021 place the University of Reading in the top 30 universities in the United Kingdom. This is largely due to the welcoming environment the university fosters, where students from all backgrounds are given a fair shot at success. Reading’s award-winning Students’ Union is a reflection of the city’s dynamic and varied student body. In one of the finest student venues in the United Kingdom, this Union organizes and provides for sporting societies, events, student media coverage, and nightlife. It takes about 30 minutes to get from London Paddington to both the Whiteknights main site and the London Road facility. Parks in the Whiteknights area have been recognized with eight consecutive Green Flag Awards, and together they encompass 130 acres. One of Reading University’s two international sites is in Malaysia. More than fifty various organizations from around the world have established ties with the school.
We are grateful for the many international pupils who have joined us, and we strive to create an inclusive environment for people of all faiths and backgrounds. University of Reading housing is secure and includes all utilities in the monthly fee. This means that the expense of utilities and internet service is incorporated into the monthly rent. Within a 15-minute stroll of either the Whiteknights or London Road campuses, students can choose from more than 5,000 rooms in university-owned halls of residence. Accommodations range from shared bathrooms to studios to catered hall rooms to self-catered en suite rooms to self-catered en suite rooms with shared bathrooms, each with its own unique set of study, domestic, and social facilities. Located on the Thames River between London and Oxford, Reading is a city in its own right. There are 163,000 individuals living there. The town is located in south-east England, close enough to the London airports of Heathrow and Gatwick for easy vehicle travel. The University of Arizona offers an International Foundation Program for international students whose academic credentials do not meet the standard undergraduate entrance requirements because they do not reach the A level equivalent. International students are the intended target audience for this initiative. In addition, it offers pre-sessional English courses for foreign students to improve their language skills before beginning their studies in the United Kingdom.
Many of Reading’s smaller, locally owned businesses can be found tucked away in the city’s many alleyways and side streets, in addition to the Oracle and the Broad Street Mall, the city’s two indoor shopping centers. Brands in this group include TK Maxx, Hotel Chocolat, Next, John Lewis, and M&S. Reading is a real haven for food lovers due to the abundance of restaurants that cater to a wide range of tastes and budgets. The Riverside portion of the Oracle shopping center, with its many bars and restaurants overlooking the lake and its 10-screen movie theater, is a popular hangout for locals and tourists alike in the evenings. Almost every night of the week, students organize and host events like rock nights, rock performances, and clubs. Besides comedy shows and salsa dance recitals, there are also global music concerts.
This award-winning Whiteknights community in Reading stands out for its welcoming atmosphere and wide open spaces. Friendships formed here can last a lifetime, and people from all over the world travel here to do just that. Henley Business School (South Africa) is located on the Greenlands site of the University of Reading in Henley-upon-Thames, while the Whiteknights and London Road campuses of the University of Reading Malaysia are located in Johannesburg and Iskandar, respectively. Reading is home to multiple sites, including Whiteknights and London Road.
You’ll be able to start planning for your potential career in Reading as soon as you land there. Find graduate jobs, volunteer positions, or even part-time work with the assistance of our Careers Service’s many events and programs. Our website has more information about these activities. Ninety-four percent of our taught postgraduates are either employed or enrolled in additional education within six months of graduation as a direct result of this focus on employability. The majority of full-time workers in the United Kingdom are in professional or managerial roles, according to study published in the journal Higher Education.
If you’re looking for a fun night out, Reading is the place to be, whether you want to hang out with pals, watch a sporting event, or laugh it up at a comedy club. Fantastic retail, ample green space, and eateries featuring cuisines from around the world can all be found at The Oracle. Over 87,000 people attend Reading Festival each year to see some of the biggest names in music. If you’re looking for a thrilling experience, a live football or rugby event at Madejski Stadium, which is conveniently located near the city center, is a great option. This arena has a capacity of around 24,000, and it is home to both the Reading Football Club and the London Irish Rugby Club.
SeNSS is one of only 14 Doctoral Training Partnerships in the United Kingdom that is sponsored by the ESRC, and they will be offering a handful of fully-funded ESRC doctoral studentships beginning in September 2023. SeNSS is one of the only 14 Doctoral Training Partnerships in the United Kingdom that is sponsored by the ESRC.
Scholarship Sponsor(s): University of Reading
Scholarship Country: United Kingdom
Scholarship Worth: Fully Funded
Study Level: Postgraduate
Nationality: International Students
Scholarship Offer:
A limited amount of scholarships covering the full cost of attendance are available.
The Gustafsson & Skrondal Visiting Scholarship is administered by the University of Oslo’s Centre for Educational Measurement (CEMO). As part of the visiting scholar program, CEMO and the University of Oslo host a number of young researchers from Norway and elsewhere each year.
Eligibility for Scholarship.
- Only people from Africa are eligible to apply for this position. Scholarships will be given out to deserving students who both succeed academically and have demonstrated a financial need for assistance.
Nationality
The University of Reading 2023-2024 African Real Estate Society (AfRES) Scholarships for African Masters Students is open to all International Students
If a student enrolls in one of the degree programs offered by SOAS University of London, they may be eligible to receive a fee waiver award in the amount of £5,000. This award is available to students who are interested in receiving a degree from SOAS University of London.
Application Procedure
- Once an offer has been made, applications must be submitted through the University of Reading’s applicant platform.
- You are only able to submit an application after you have been extended an offer. (conditional or unconditional).
- When you access your offer in the portal, you will see a link to apply for any applicable scholarships at that time.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for the University of Reading 2023-2024 African Real Estate Society (AfRES) Scholarships for African Masters Students is May 1, 2023.
