The Reading Scholars programme aims to give Year 12 students a real taste of life as a university undergraduate, and to provide practical support as participants begin their Higher Education application process. Featuring input from leading academics and current undergraduate mentors, the programme will challenge participants academically and enhance current studies.
The programme takes place at the University of Reading’s Whiteknights campus, and students will participate in four events throughout the academic year 2019. These will include master classes led by academics in their subject of choice, a Student Experience Day in February, a study skills session and finally a three day residential summer school in June 2019. All costs related to participation in the programme, including transport, lunch, refreshments and accommodation are covered in advance for participating students, who will also get to take part in a range of fun team-building and social events.
Students participating in the programme will have achieved at least five A* – C grades at GCSE and be on course to achieve good grades at A-Level or equivalent (i.e. BBB). The programme is targeted at students who fall into our priority groups (for example young carers or family income of less than £25,000) – the full selection criteria for the programme can be seen here.
Students who successfully take part in the Scholars programme who go on to apply for an undergraduate course at the University of Reading are guaranteed to receive either an invite to interview or a conditional offer. Applicants who go on to select the University of Reading as their firm choice institution are also eligible for a two grade drop on their offer for most courses, and to apply for a £1000 Scholars bursary in their first year.
The programme is offered in the following subject areas this year:
- Art & Design
- Biology
- Business
- Chemistry, Food Science and Pharmacy
- English Literature
- Mathematics
- Modern Languages (French, German and Spanish)
- Psychology
- History, Archaeology, and Classics
- Physical Geography and Environmental Science
For more information and an application form, please visit this webpage. The deadline for applicants is 9th November 2019.