Overview

At the University of Reading studying Applied Meteorology you will develop expertise in atmospheric physics, forecasting, and meteorological and climate data analysis on our MSc Applied Meteorology.

Key features

Whether you want to find new ways to study our natural world, mitigate the economic impact of hazardous weather, or even look further afield and forecast space weather – or focus your efforts elsewhere within meteorology and climate science – we will help you develop the practical and analytical skills you need.

Choosing MSc Applied Meteorology means you will join our world-class Department of Meteorology – the University of Reading is ranked 4th in the world for Atmospheric Science (ShanghaiRanking 2022 Global Ranking of Academic Subjects).

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Atmospheric physics

Operational forecasting systems and applications

Hazardous weather analysis

Measurements and instrumentation

Experiencing the weather field course

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Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International

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However, we are happy to still consider applications after these dates.

Language

English

PTE Academic

69

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Duolingo English Test

125

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Reading, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Climate Studies & Meteorology View 84 other Masters in Climate Studies & Meteorology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

PTE Academic

69

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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125

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Other requirements

General requirements

Normally a good honours degree (2.2 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK, in a mathematical/physical science or a closely related subject. Degrees in environmental or agricultural sciences or geography may be acceptable if maths and physics have been studied to A level or equivalent.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

30950 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30950 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

12800 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12800 GBP per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Reading

903 - 1382 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Tuition Fee

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Funding

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