English Language Requirements

Previous studies conducted and examined entirely in English may fulfil the University’s requirements. Satisfactory verification should be provided with your application form. For English language tests and qualifications not listed, please contact the Admissions Office at The Australian National University or the University’s representative in your country. Australian Government regulations require international students from select countries to provide specific English language test results for the purpose of a student visa application. Please consult the local offices of the Australian Department of Immigration in your home country.

Test

Regular degree programs

(including Exchange & Study Abroad)

Australian National Internships Program and Law

ANU Foundation Studies

Academic IELTS

An overall score of 6.5 with at
least 6 in each component of the test

An overall score of 7 with at least 6 in each component

An overall score of 5.5 with at least 5.0 in writing

TOEFL** –
paper based test

A score of 570 with
TWE* score of 4.5

A score of 600 with
TWE* score of 5.0

A score of 520 with
TWE* score of 3.5

TOEFL** –
computer based test

A score of 230 with
Essay score of 4.5

A score of 250 with
Essay score of 5.0

A score of 190 with
Essay score of 3.5

TOEFL** – internet based test

A score of 90, with a minimum of 20 in all four sections

A score of 100, with a minimum of 22 in all four sections

A score of 68 with Writing at 17-18

All results must be less than two years old.

*TWE = Test of Written English.

**Applicants may use the ANU institutional code 0506 for faster processing of results.

Test Centres

For information on the availability of these examinations please contact:

IELTS - Your nearest IDP Education Australia Office or British Council Office
W:www.ielts.org

TOEFL - Educational Testing Service (ETS)
PO Box 6151,
Princeton NJ 08541- 6151, USA
E: toefl@ets.org