Direct answer
The University of Reading’s official China country page provides a general admissions framework for Chinese applicants but does not list the specific percentage requirement for the MA History programme. The page indicates that entry requirements for postgraduate taught programmes vary, typically ranging from 68% to 80% depending on the Chinese university attended and the specific programme. The precise percentage for MA History is not stated and requires a live recheck of the programme page.
What the official China page establishes
The University of Reading’s country-specific information for China confirms the institution’s profile and its general approach to evaluating Chinese qualifications. Reading is a research-intensive campus university in Southeast England, close to London and Heathrow airport. It hosts more than 4,500 international students from over 160 countries and is ranked among the world’s top 200 universities in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Within the UK, it is ranked joint 27th out of 109 UK universities in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026 and 43rd out of 130 in the Complete University Guide 2027.
The page states that the University of Reading has a global presence with two overseas campuses and dozens of international partnerships. It is recognised for expertise in climate science, business, agriculture, and food science. This institutional context is the only verified information available from the supplied official evidence.
General postgraduate entry requirements for Chinese applicants
According to the official China page, entry requirements for Chinese applicants to postgraduate taught programmes depend on both the university attended in China and the specific programme applied for. The page gives a typical range of 68% to 80% as the required average. This range is not broken down by programme, and the MA History requirement is not individually specified.
The page does not provide a table mapping specific Chinese institutions to exact percentage thresholds for MA History. It also does not state whether the percentage refers to a weighted average, a final-year average, or a cumulative GPA on a particular scale. These details are absent from the supplied evidence.
What the official page does not establish
The official China page does not confirm any of the following:
- The exact percentage requirement for the MA History programme.
- Whether MA History falls at the lower or upper end of the 68%–80% range.
- Any subject-specific prerequisite or background requirement for MA History.
- English language proficiency requirements for MA History.
- Application deadlines, personal statement requirements, or reference letter expectations.
- Whether the programme participates in Clearing or has limited vacancies.
All of these points require a live recheck of the dedicated MA History programme page and the University of Reading’s general postgraduate admissions pages.
How to verify the MA History requirement
To obtain the verified entry requirement for MA History, you must consult the programme’s own page on the University of Reading website. The programme page typically states the UK degree classification equivalent (for example, a 2:1 or 2:2) and may include a separate section for international qualifications. If the programme page provides a China-specific percentage, that figure is the authoritative requirement. If it only states a UK classification, you must cross-reference that classification with the general China equivalency information on the country page.
Because the supplied evidence does not include the MA History programme page, no China-specific percentage for this programme can be stated as fact in this article.
Clearing and vacancy status
If you are considering applying through Clearing, you must check the University of Reading’s dedicated Clearing pages for the current cycle. The official China page does not mention Clearing participation, vacancy status, or whether MA History is available through Clearing. The university’s Clearing pages will indicate whether MA History is participating, not participating, or has limited or unknown vacancies at the time of checking.
Institutional context for international applicants
The University of Reading’s official China page emphasises its international community and research strengths. The university has more than 150 years of history and a world-class reputation for teaching, research, and business links. Its overseas campuses and international partnerships reflect a global orientation. This information is useful for understanding the institutional environment but does not substitute for programme-specific entry requirements.
FAQ
What is the exact percentage requirement for Chinese applicants to MA History at the University of Reading?
The official China country page does not specify the exact percentage for MA History. It states that postgraduate taught entry requirements for Chinese applicants typically range from 68% to 80%, depending on the university attended and the programme. The precise figure must be confirmed on the MA History programme page.
Where can I find the official entry requirements for international students from China?
The University of Reading publishes country-specific information for China on its international students pages. The URL is https://www.reading.ac.uk/international/country-specific-information/china. This page provides general guidance on qualification equivalencies but does not replace programme-specific requirements.
Does the University of Reading guarantee admission for Chinese applicants who meet the percentage requirement?
The supplied official evidence does not use the term “guaranteed offer” and does not state that meeting the published percentage requirement guarantees admission.
Is MA History available through Clearing?
The official China page does not provide Clearing information. You must check the University of Reading’s Clearing pages directly to see whether MA History is participating, not participating, or has limited or unknown vacancies for the current cycle.
What English language requirements apply to MA History?
The official China page does not state English language requirements for MA History. You must check those sources directly.
Does the University of Reading have partnerships with Chinese institutions?
Yes. The official China page states that the University of Reading has dozens of international partnerships and two overseas campuses. It does not list specific Chinese partner institutions on this page.
Further reading
Official sources
The information in this article is drawn from the University of Reading’s official country-specific information page for China: https://www.reading.ac.uk/international/country-specific-information/china. For programme-specific entry requirements, consult the MA History programme page on the University of Reading website. For Clearing vacancies, consult the university’s dedicated Clearing pages.
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