Australian Catholic University
English language proficiency
ACU recognises several English language tests as proof of English language proficiency. These are set out in the following tables, together with the minimum results required.
PTE Online, IELTS Online, TOEFL iBT home edition and OET@Home tests are not assessed.
Make sure you also read about qualifications that usually satisfy ELP.
Undergraduate
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Paper-based score: not accepted Internet-based score: Min. 27 in reading, 29 in writing, 27 in listening and 24 in speaking) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| IELTS | Min. 7.0 in reading and writing, 7.5 in listening and speaking | Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| PTE Academic | Min. 65 in reading and writing, 73 in listening and speaking | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | Min. 185 in reading and writing, 191 in listening and speaking |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| ACU English Language Test | A+ (80 or above) | Only results obtained within 2 years of course commencement |
| Other | Initial Teacher Education Courses: Completion of 2 years of full-time AQF Diploma equivalent or higher study where the medium of instruction is English. (If undertaken consecutively, multiple periods of study may be combined to make up the duration. Document must have the institution's official seal or stamp. Other courses: Completion of at least one full-time year of study of an Australian secondary or tertiary qualification at AQF Diploma level or higher, and completed no earlier than five years prior to the commencement of the course of study to which the student seeks admission; or completion of at least one full-time year of study of an overseas qualification equivalent to an Australian secondary or tertiary qualification at AQF Diploma level or higher, where the medium of study was English, and completed no earlier than five years prior to the commencement of the course of study to which the student seeks admission. |
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| Professional registrations | Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration (other than Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Health Practice registration), Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) teacher registration, Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) teacher registration, and NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) teacher registration |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Paper-based score: not accepted Internet-based score: 79 (min. 24 in writing, 19 in reading, 20 in listening and speaking) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| IELTS | 6.5 overall (min. 6.5 in each subtest) | Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| PTE Academic | 58 overall (min. 58 in listening, reading, speaking and writing) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | 176 overall (min. 176 in each subtest) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Australian TAFE and private provider studies | Completion of at least 1 year of full-time equivalent study at diploma level or above where the medium of instruction is English Multiple qualifications at this level can be added to make up the required duration |
The required full-time equivalence must be completed within 5 years of course commencement |
| ACU English Language Test | B (65% to 74%) | Only results obtained within 2 years of course commencement |
Other |
Completion of 1 year of full-time AQF Diploma equivalent or higher study where the medium of instruction is English (If undertaken consecutively, multiple periods of study may be combined to make up the duration. Document must have the institution's official seal or stamp.) |
The required full-time equivalence must be completed within 5 years of course commencement |
| Professional registrations | Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration (other than Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Health Practice registration), Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) teacher registration, Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) teacher registration, and NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) teacher registration |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
TOEFL |
TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition test: not accepted Paper-based score: not accepted Internet-based score 94 overall (min. 24 in listening, reading and writing, 23 in speaking) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date
|
IELTS |
IELTS Indicator online test: not accepted 7.0 overall (min. 7.0 in listening, reading and speaking, 6.5 in writing) A student will be required to complete an IELTS test at the prescribed level for registration purposes. |
Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date
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| PTE Academic | 66 overall (min. 66 in listening, reading and speaking, 56 in writing) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date
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| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | 185 overall (min. 185 in listening, reading and speaking, 176 in writing) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date Contact the university if you have achieved the required scores in not one but two sittings |
| Other | Demonstrated English language proficiency either by providing a written declaration that English is their primary language or evidence that they have achieved the minimum English Language test results as specified in the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) English language skills registration standards, or through the Primary Language Pathway: evidence of attendance and satisfactory completion of at least six years of primary and secondary education taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country, including at least two years between years 7 and 12 | |
| Professional registrations | Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration (other than Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Health Practice registration), Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) teacher registration, Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) teacher registration, and NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) teacher registration |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
TOEFL |
Paper-based score: not accepted Internet-based score: 94 (min. 27 in writing, 23 in speaking, 24 in reading and listening) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
IELTS |
7.0 overall (min. 7.0 in each subtest) | Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| PTE Academic | 65 overall (min. 65 in listening, reading, speaking and writing) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | 185 overall (min. 185 in each subtest) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Australian TAFE and private provider studies | Completion of at least 1 year of full-time equivalent study at diploma level or above where the medium of instruction is English Multiple qualifications at this level can be added to make up the required duration |
The required full-time equivalence must be completed within 5 years of course commencement |
| ACU English Language Test | A (75鈥�79%) | Only results obtained within 2 years of course commencement |
| Professional registrations | Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration (other than Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Health Practice registration), Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) teacher registration, Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) teacher registration, and NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) teacher registration |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
TOEFL |
Paper-based score: not accepted Internet-based score: 110 (min. 28 in listening, 29 in reading, 30 in writing, 26 in speaking) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
IELTS |
8.0 overall (min. 8.0 in each subtest) | Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| PTE Academic | 79 overall (min. 79 in listening, reading, speaking and writing) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | 200 overall (min. 200 in each subtest) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Australian TAFE and private provider studies | Completion of at least 1 year of full-time equivalent study at diploma level or above where the medium of instruction is English Multiple qualifications at this level can be added to make up the required duration |
The required full-time equivalence must be completed within 5 years prior to course commencement |
| ACU English Language Test | A++ (85% to 100%) | Only results obtained within 2 years of course commencement |
| Professional registrations | Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration (other than Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Health Practice registration), Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) teacher registration, Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) teacher registration, and NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) teacher registration |
Specific courses in this group
B Biomedical Science (all courses including double degrees)
B Exercise and Sports Science (all courses including double degrees)
B High Performance Sport
B Nutrition Science
B Paramedicine
TOEFL |
Paper-based score: not accepted Internet-based score: 79 (min. 12 in listening, 13 in reading, 21 in writing, 18 in speaking) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
|---|---|---|
IELTS |
6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest) | Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| PTE Academic | 58 overall (min. 50 in listening, reading, speaking and writing) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | 185 overall (min. 176 in each subtest) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Australian TAFE and private provider studies | Completion of at least 1 year of full-time equivalent study at diploma level or above where the medium of instruction is English Multiple qualifications at this level can be added to make up the required duration |
The required full-time equivalence must be completed within 5 yrs of course commencement |
| ACU English Language Test | B (65% to 74%) | Only results obtained within 2 years of course commencement |
| Professional registrations | Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration (other than Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Health Practice registration), Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) teacher registration, Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) teacher registration, and NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) teacher registration |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
TOEFL |
Paper-based score: not accepted Internet-based score: 94 (19 in reading, 24 in writing, 20 in listening and speaking) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| IELTS | 7.0 overall (min. 6.5 in each subtest) | Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | 185 overall (min. 176 in each subtest) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Australian TAFE and private provider studies | Completion of at least 1 year of full-time equivalent study at diploma level or above where the medium of instruction is English Multiple qualifications at this level can be added to make up the required duration |
The required full-time equivalence must be completed within 5 years of course commencement |
| ACU English Language Test | A (75% to 100%) | Only results obtained within 2 years of course commencement |
| PTE Academic | 65 overall (min. 58 in listening, reading, speaking and writing) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
Specific courses in this group
B Accounting and Finance
B Business (all courses)
B Commerce (all courses)
B Creative Arts
B Criminology (all courses)
B Human Rights
B Information Technology
B Theology (all courses)
B Visual Arts and Design
B Youth Work
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
TOEFL |
Paper-based score: not accepted Internet-based score: 60 (8 in reading, 21 in writing, 7 in listening, 18 in speaking) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
IELTS |
6.0 overall (min. 6.0 in writing and speaking, 5.5 in listening and reading) | Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| PTE Academic | 50 overall (min. 50 in writing and speaking, 42 in listening and reading) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | 176 overall (min. 169 in subtests) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| ACU English Language Test | C (63鈥�64%) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Australian TAFE and private provider studies | Completed AQF Diploma or completion of at least 1 year of full-time equivalent study at diploma level or above where the medium of study is English Multiple qualifications at this level can be added to make up the required duration | The required full-time equivalence must be completed within 5 years of course commencement |
Professional registrations | Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration (other than Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Health Practice registration), Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) teacher registration, Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) teacher registration, and NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) teacher registration |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
TOEFL |
Paper-based score: not accepted Internet-based score: 60 (8 in reading, 18 in writing, 7 in listening, 16 in speaking) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
IELTS |
6.0 overall (min. 5.5 in each subtest) | Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| PTE Academic | 50 overall (min. 42 in each subtest) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | 169 overall (min. 169 in writing and speaking, 162 in listening and reading) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| ACU English Language Test | C (60-62%) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Australian TAFE and private provider studies | Completed AQF Diploma or completion of at least 1 year of full-time equivalent study at diploma level or above where the medium of study is English Multiple qualifications at this level can be added to make up the required duration | The required full-time equivalence must be completed within 5 years of course commencement |
Contact ACU Admissions Office for further information.
International Year 12s
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
TOEFL |
Paper-based score: not accepted Internet-based score: 94 (min. 27 in reading, 29 in writing, 27 in listening and 24 in speaking) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
IELTS |
Min. 7.0 in reading and writing, 7.5 in listening and speaking | Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| PTE Academic | Min. 65 in reading and writing, 73 in listening and speaking | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | Min. 185 in reading and writing, 191 in listening and speaking |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| ACU English Language Test | A+ (80 or above) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Other | Initial Teacher Education Courses: Completion of 2 years of full-time AQF Diploma equivalent or higher study where the medium of instruction is English. (If undertaken consecutively, multiple periods of study may be combined to make up the duration. Document must have the institution's official seal or stamp. Other courses: Completion of at least one full-time year of study of an Australian secondary or tertiary qualification at AQF Diploma level or higher, and completed no earlier than five years prior to the commencement of the course of study to which the student seeks admission; or completion of at least one full-time year of study of an overseas qualification equivalent to an Australian secondary or tertiary qualification at AQF Diploma level or higher, where the medium of study was English, and completed no earlier than five years prior to the commencement of the course of study to which the student seeks admission. | |
| Professional registrations | Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration (other than Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Health Practice registration), Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) teacher registration, Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) teacher registration, and NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) teacher registration |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
TOEFL |
Paper-based score: not accepted Internet based score: 79 (min. 24 in writing, 19 in reading, 20 in listening and speaking) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
IELTS |
6.5 overall (min. 6.5 in each subtest) |
Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| PTE Academic | 58 overall (min. 58 in listening, reading, speaking and writing) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | 176 overall (min. 176 in each subtest) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| ACU English Language Test | B (65% to 74%) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| ACU Tertiary Preparation Program | Successful completion of program |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
TOEFL |
TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition test: not accepted Paper-based score: Not accepted Internet-based score: 94 (min. 24 in listening, reading and writing, 23 in speaking) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date
|
IELTS |
IELTS Indicator online test: not accepted 7.0 overall (individual score of 7.0 in listening, reading and speaking, 6.5 in writing) A student will be required to complete an IELTS test at the prescribed level for registration purposes. |
Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date
|
| PTE Academic | 66 overall (66 in listening, reading and speaking, 56 in writing) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date
|
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | 185 overall (185 in listening, reading and speaking, 176 in writing) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Other | Demonstrated English language proficiency either by providing a written declaration that English is their primary language or evidence that they have achieved the minimum English Language test results as specified in the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) English language skills registration standards, or through the Primary Language Pathway: evidence of attendance and satisfactory completion of at least six years of primary and secondary education taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country, including at least two years between years 7 and 12 | |
| Professional registrations | Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration (other than Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Health Practice registration), Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) teacher registration, Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) teacher registration, and NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) teacher registration |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
TOEFL |
Paper-based score: not accepted Internet-based score: 94 (min. 27 in writing, 23 in speaking, 24 in reading and listening) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
IELTS |
7.0 overall (min. 7.0 in each subtest) | Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| PTE Academic | 65 overall (min. 65 in listening, reading, speaking and writing) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | 185 overall (min. 185 in each subtest) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Australian TAFE and private provider studies | Completion of at least 1 year of full-time equivalent study at diploma level or above where the medium of instruction is English
Multiple qualifications at this level can be added to make up the required duration | The required full-time equivalence must be completed within 5 years of course commencement |
| ACU English Language Test | A (75% to 79%) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Professional registrations | Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration (other than Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Health Practice registration), Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) teacher registration, Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) teacher registration, and NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) teacher registration |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
TOEFL |
Paper-based score: not accepted Internet-based score: 110 (min. 28 in listening, 29 in reading, 30 in writing, 26 in speaking) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
IELTS |
8.0 overall (min. 8.0 in each subtest) | Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| PTE Academic | 79 overall (min. 79 in listening, reading, speaking and writing) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | 200 overall (min. 200 in each subtest) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| ACU English Language Test | A++ (85% to 100%) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
Specific courses in this group
B Biomedical Science (all courses including double degrees)
B Exercise and Sports Science (all courses including double degrees)
B High Performance Sport
B Nutrition Science
B Paramedicine
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
TOEFL |
Paper-based score: not accepted Internet-based score: 79 (min. 12 in listening, 13 in reading, 21 in writing, 18 in speaking) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
IELTS |
6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest) |
Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
PTE Academic |
58 overall (min. 50 in listening, reading, speaking and writing) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | 185 overall (min. 176 in each subtest) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
ACU English Language Test |
B (65% to 74%) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
TOEFL |
Paper-based score: Not accepted Internet-based score: 94 (min. 19 in reading, 24 in writing, 20 in listening and speaking) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
IELTS |
7.0 overall (min. 6.5 in each subtest) | Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | 185 overall (min. 176 in each subtest) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Australian TAFE and private provider studies | Completion of at least 1 year of full-time equivalent study at diploma level or above where the medium of instruction is English
Multiple qualifications at this level can be added to make up the required duration | The required full-time equivalence must be completed within 5 years of course commencemen |
| ACU English Language Test | A (75% to 100%) | Only results obtained within 2 years of course commencement |
| PTE Academic | 65 overall (min. 58 in listening, reading, speaking and writing) | Only results obtained within 2 years of course commencement |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
TOEFL |
Paper-based score: not accepted Internet-based score: 60 (8 in reading, 18 in writing, 7 in listening, 16 in speaking) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
IELTS |
6.0 overall (min. 5.5 in each subtest) | Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| PTE Academic | 50 overall (min. 42 in each subtest) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | 169 overall (min. 169 in writing and speaking, 162 in listening and speaking) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| ACU English Language Test | C (60-62%) | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Australian TAFE and private provider studies | Completed AQF Diploma or completion of at least 1 year of full-time equivalent study at diploma level or above where the medium of study is English Multiple qualifications at this level can be added to make up the required duration | The required full-time equivalence must be completed within 5 years of course commencement |
Specific courses in this group
B Business (all courses)
B Accounting and Finance
B Commerce (all courses)
B Information Technology
B Youth Work
B Visual Arts and Design
B Criminology (all courses)
B Human Rights
B Creative Arts
B Theology (all courses)
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
TOEFL |
Paper-based score: not accepted Internet-based score: 60 (min. 8 in reading, 21 in writing, 7 in listening, 18 in speaking) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
IELTS |
6.0 overall (min. 6.0 in writing and speaking, 5.5 in listening and reading) |
Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
PTE Academic |
50 overall (min. 50 in writing and speaking, 42 in listening and reading) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | 176 overall (min. 169 in each subtest) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
ACU English Language Test |
C (63% to 64%) |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
Postgraduate
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Paper-based score: not accepted Internet-based score: min. 26 in speaking, 27 in writing, 24 in reading and 28 in listening | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| IELTS | Min. 7.0 in reading and writing, 8.0 in listening and speaking | Only Academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| PTE Academic | Min. 65 in reading and writing, 79 in listening and speaking | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | Min. 185 in reading and writing, 200 in listening and speaking | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| ACU English Language Test | A++ (85 or above) | Only results obtained within 2 years of course commencement |
| Other | Completion of 2 years of full-time AQF Diploma equivalent or higher study where the medium of instruction is English. (If undertaken consecutively, multiple periods of study may be combined to make up the duration. Document must have the institution's official seal or stamp.) | The required full-time equivalence must be completed within 2 years of course commencement |
| Professional registrations | Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration (other than Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Health Practice registration), Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) teacher registration, Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) teacher registration, and NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) teacher registration |
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