Direct answer
The University of Reading’s official 2026/27 MSc Food Security and Development course page does not list specific entry requirements for Chinese applicants. Instead, the University directs international applicants to its country-specific information, which sets out the academic qualifications required for each country. The China country page states that Chinese applicants typically need a four-year bachelor’s degree from a recognised Chinese university with an overall grade of 75%–85%, depending on the institution. A three-year college diploma plus relevant work experience may be considered for some programmes. The page provides only the percentage ranges quoted above. The University of Reading’s China country page states that international applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency. The page directs applicants to check the English language requirements for their chosen course on the relevant course page. The China country page directs applicants to check the English language requirement on the course page.
What the official MSc course page shows
The 2026/27 MSc Food Security and Development page, hosted under the International Development and Applied Economics subject area, does not publish any entry requirements on the page itself. The page is a course overview and does not contain a dedicated “Entry requirements” section, nor does it list academic or English language criteria for any country, including China.
China country page academic requirements
The University of Reading’s China country page provides the academic qualifications required for Chinese applicants. The page states that Chinese applicants typically need a four-year bachelor’s degree from a recognised Chinese university with an overall grade of 75%–85%, depending on the institution. A three-year college diploma plus relevant work experience may be considered for some programmes. The page provides only the percentage ranges quoted above.
English language requirements
The University of Reading’s China country page states that international applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency. The page directs applicants to check the English language requirements for their chosen course on the relevant course page. The China country page directs applicants to check the English language requirement on the course page.
What the official evidence does not confirm
The supplied official pages do not confirm the exact English language band, IELTS score, or accepted alternative tests for the MSc Food Security and Development. The course page does not contain this information, and the China country page does not list course-specific language requirements. The China country page does not list a specific percentage requirement for the MSc Food Security and Development; it only provides the general 75%–85% range for Chinese bachelor’s degrees. The page does not confirm whether a three-year diploma is accepted for this specific programme.
How to verify live requirements
Because the course page does not publish entry requirements, the definitive requirements for Chinese applicants must be obtained from the University’s admissions service or the course director. The China country page directs applicants to check the English language requirement on the course page. The page provides only the percentage ranges quoted above.
FAQ
What is the minimum Chinese bachelor’s degree percentage for the MSc Food Security and Development?
The University of Reading’s China country page states that Chinese applicants typically need a four-year bachelor’s degree from a recognised Chinese university with an overall grade of 75%–85%, depending on the institution. The page does not confirm the exact percentage for this specific course.
Does the University of Reading accept a three-year Chinese college diploma for this MSc?
The China country page states that a three-year college diploma plus relevant work experience may be considered for some programmes. The page does not confirm whether this applies to the MSc Food Security and Development.
Where can I find the English language requirement for this course?
The University of Reading’s China country page directs applicants to check the English language requirements for their chosen course on the relevant course page. The China country page directs applicants to check the English language requirement on the course page.
Does the MSc Food Security and Development course page list entry requirements?
No. The 2026/27 course page does not contain a dedicated entry requirements section and does not list academic or English language criteria.
What should I do if the course page does not show entry requirements?
Contact the University’s admissions team or the course director directly, as the official pages direct applicants to check requirements on the course page and do not provide an alternative source.