English Language Requirements
In addition to academic requirements we normally expect students to have an IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent English language qualification.
The University also provides pre-sessional General and Academic English programmes.
| Course | IELTS | TOEFL |
|
International Foundation Programme (IFP) Or |
4.5 with all components 4.0 or above |
Paper Based Test 450+ with 3.0 in TWE (Test of Written English). Internet Based Test 45+ (min) 10 in each component. Computer Based Test 133 in the (with essay rating minimum 3.0). |
| Bachelors (HND/undergraduate subjects) |
5.5 with all components 5.0 or above
|
Paper Based Test 550+ with 4.0 in TWE (Test of Written English). Internet Based Test 79+ (min). 16 each component. Computer Based Test 213+ (essay rating minimum 4.0). |
|
Bachelors (Undergraduate Degree with Advanced Standing) |
If entering at an advanced level (yr2 or yr3) the requirement will be 6.0 with all components 5.5 or above |
Paper Based Test 580+ with 5.0 in TWE (Test of Written English). Internet Based Test 92+ (min). 20 each component. Computer Based Test 237+ (essay rating minimum 5.0). |
|
Pre Masters (Graduate Certificate in Business/Computing) |
5.5 with all components 5.0 or above |
Paper Based Test 550+ with 4.0 in TWE (Test of Written English). Internet Based Test 79+ (min). 16 each component. Computer Based Test 213+ (essay rating minimum 4.0). |
| Masters (Most postgraduate subjects) | 6.0 with all components 5.5 or above |
Paper Based Test 580+ with 5.0 in TWE (Test of Written English). Internet Based Test 92+ (min). 20 in each component. Computer Based Test 237+ (essay rating 5.0). |
|
MA Applied Translation Studies MA Teaching English as a Foreign Language MA International English Language Teaching and Applied Language Studies |
6.5 with all components 6.0 or above |
Paper Based Test 620+ with 5.0 in TWE (Test of Written English). Internet Based Test 105+ (min). 23 in each component. Computer Based Test 260+ (essay rating minimum 5.0). |
For more information about how to take an IELTS exam (the preferred qualification) See the British Council's Website.
The University's TOEFL Code is 0519
It may be possible to be exempt from formal English qualifications if:
- You have high grades in English throughout your education
- Your education has been undertaken in the medium of English
- You demonstrate good written and oral skills on the application form and at interview
