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Transferring to universities after foundation year

I was wondering if I would be eligible to move from Kingston University to University of Reading after my foundation year since both universities offer the same course that I am trying to pursue (Chemistry). Would I be allowed if I work really hard and produce great results? I know it’s a bit too early but I just wanna know if it’s possible. Can anyone give me a bit of insight? What I mean is, is it possible to do my foundation year at Kingston and then continue to the first year at Reading?
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Original post by tyyyhh
I was wondering if I would be eligible to move from Kingston University to University of Reading after my foundation year since both universities offer the same course that I am trying to pursue (Chemistry). Would I be allowed if I work really hard and produce great results? I know it’s a bit too early but I just wanna know if it’s possible. Can anyone give me a bit of insight? What I mean is, is it possible to do my foundation year at Kingston and then continue to the first year at Reading?

Do your A levels, BTECs, or whatever meet Reading's standard entry requirements, such that you could have been offered a place there had you applied? If not, then you won't be able to transfer, I'm afraid. :frown:

You can see Reading's policy in transfer into the university in this document, which says:

"The University of Reading (UoR) permits students to transfer programmes of study within UoR. Students who have undertaken HE study elsewhere are also permitted to transfer into our degree programmes, provided:
They meet the admissions criteria for the programme."

If you do meet the entry requirements for Reading's Chemistry degree, then a transfer will depend the two foundation years being sufficiently similar that "recognition of prior learning" can be applied, and you doing sufficiently well at Kingston. Both of these points are covered in that same document.
Original post by DataVenia
Do your A levels, BTECs, or whatever meet Reading's standard entry requirements, such that you could have been offered a place there had you applied? If not, then you won't be able to transfer, I'm afraid. :frown:
You can see Reading's policy in transfer into the university in this document, which says:
"The University of Reading (UoR) permits students to transfer programmes of study within UoR. Students who have undertaken HE study elsewhere are also permitted to transfer into our degree programmes, provided:
They meet the admissions criteria for the programme."
If you do meet the entry requirements for Reading's Chemistry degree, then a transfer will depend the two foundation years being sufficiently similar that "recognition of prior learning" can be applied, and you doing sufficiently well at Kingston. Both of these points are covered in that same document.

Yes, I exceeded the requirements that Reading wants. I don’t know why I’m worrying about this right now. Thank you so much for the document!
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Original post by tyyyhh
Yes, I exceeded the requirements that Reading wants. I don’t know why I’m worrying about this right now. Thank you so much for the document!

You're welcome. :smile:
Original post by DataVenia
Do your A levels, BTECs, or whatever meet Reading's standard entry requirements, such that you could have been offered a place there had you applied? If not, then you won't be able to transfer, I'm afraid. :frown:
You can see Reading's policy in transfer into the university in this document, which says:
"The University of Reading (UoR) permits students to transfer programmes of study within UoR. Students who have undertaken HE study elsewhere are also permitted to transfer into our degree programmes, provided:
They meet the admissions criteria for the programme."
If you do meet the entry requirements for Reading's Chemistry degree, then a transfer will depend the two foundation years being sufficiently similar that "recognition of prior learning" can be applied, and you doing sufficiently well at Kingston. Both of these points are covered in that same document.

What if you have lower grades in your a levels and btec than required in the course you want to do but did really well in the foundation year?
Original post by x._.adeena._.x
What if you have lower grades in your a levels and btec than required in the course you want to do but did really well in the foundation year?

See the text from their web site which I quoted above:

"The University of Reading (UoR) permits students to transfer programmes of study within UoR. Students who have undertaken HE study elsewhere are also permitted to transfer into our degree programmes, provided:

They meet the admissions criteria for the programme."

That would suggest that your foundation year performance is irrelevant unless you meet their level 3 entry requirements (A levels, BTECs, etc.) Sorry. :frown:
Original post by tyyyhh
I was wondering if I would be eligible to move from Kingston University to University of Reading after my foundation year since both universities offer the same course that I am trying to pursue (Chemistry). Would I be allowed if I work really hard and produce great results? I know it’s a bit too early but I just wanna know if it’s possible. Can anyone give me a bit of insight? What I mean is, is it possible to do my foundation year at Kingston and then continue to the first year at Reading?

Hi there!

It is great to hear that you're planning ahead! Yes, it is usually possible to transfer to the University of Reading after completing a foundation year elsewhere. It is important to double check a few things first such as course compatibility, ensuring the foundation year at Kingston align with the entry requirements for Chemistry at Reading.

I would also recommend reaching out to our admissions team at Reading early. Explaining your situation and asking if transferring is possible will mean all your questions can be answered. You can find contact details for the admissions team here. 🙂

You also may still need to apply through UCAS for entry into the first year of the degree. It is definitely worth exploring your options and contacting admissions here at Reading will give you a clearer picture of your options!

Good luck! Feel free to ask if you need any more guidance.

All the best,
Millie 🙂
BSc International Development

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