Australian Catholic University entry requirements for international students

English language

IELTSAll levels

Programs requiring IELTS 6.0 overall with 6.0 in each band require ACU English Test C+ grade.

Official source

Note: For programs that that require an IELTS equivalent of 6.0 with 6.0 in each band, a C+ grade will be required for the ACU English Language Test

English proficiency requirements | ACU

How recent a test must beAll levels

Assessment must be completed within two years of commencement of studies at ACU.

Official source

This assessment, test or qualification must have been completed within two years of the commencement of your studies at ACU.

English proficiency requirements | ACU

Other ways to show EnglishAll levels

ACU English Test C+ grade required for programs requiring IELTS 6.0 each band.

Official source

Note: For programs that that require an IELTS equivalent of 6.0 with 6.0 in each band, a C+ grade will be required for the ACU English Language Test

English proficiency requirements | ACU

Other ways to show EnglishAll levels

Approved English tests: IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, CAE, ACU English Test.

Official source

Our full list of approved English language proficiency assessments includes: International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Pearson Test of English (PTE) Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) ACU English Test

English proficiency requirements | ACU

Academic entry

Academic entryAll levels

English first language applicants must have completed final year of Australian schooling (Year 12) or equivalent.

Official source

If English is your first language You need to have completed the final year of Australian schooling (Year 12), or an equivalent alternative qualification.

English proficiency requirements | ACU

Pathways

Foundation and pathwaysAll levels

International pathway programs available if English requirements not met.

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If your level of assessed English does not meet the minimum score for your chosen course, you can study an international pathway program to improve your skills.

English proficiency requirements | ACU

Other universities

• UNSW Sydney
• University of Melbourne
• University of Sydney
• Australian National University