University of New England entry requirements for international students

English language

IELTSAll levels

IELTS academic overall score of at least 6.0, with no sub-band less than 5.5.

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An International English Language Testing System (IELTS) academic overall score of at least 6.0, with no sub-band less than 5.5.

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TOEFL iBTAll levels

TOEFL score of at least 213 in the computer-based test OR at least 79 in the internet-based test, with a rating of no less than 22 in the written component.

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A Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of at least 213 in the computer-based test OR at least 79 in the internet-based test. You must receive a rating of no less than 22 in the written component.

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PTE AcademicAll levels

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) minimum overall score of 57 with no skill less than 50.

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A Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) minimum overall score of 57 with no skill less than 50.

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How recent a test must beAll levels

When an IELTS, TOEFL or PTE score is used to demonstrate English proficiency, that score must have been attained within two years of the date of application for admission.

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When an IELTS, TOEFL or PTE score is used to demonstrate English proficiency, that score must have been attained within two years of the date of application for admission. UNE will not consider take home or online versions of the IELTS, TOEFL or PTE English proficiency tests.

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Other ways to show EnglishAll levels

Applicants who have studied for at least one year full-time in the last five years in an English-speaking country with instruction in English, or who have a passing grade in an English language subject at Australian Year 12 level or overseas equivalent, may meet the requirement.

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Or, if you have studied in an English speaking country, you can show UNE proof of satisfactory course completion. You must have studied for at least one year full-time in the last five years to meet this requirement. Your teacher must also have instructed the class in English. Alternatively, you can show that you got a passing grade or better in an English language subject at Australian Year 12 level. UNE will also accept an overseas equivalent subject.

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Other ways to show EnglishAll levels

Additional English language evidence or higher scores may be required as part of UNE’s assessment of an applicant’s Genuine Student (GS) requirements and overall admission risk.

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The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has placed additional responsibility on providers to screen prospective international students to ensure that they are Genuine Students. Accordingly, additional English language evidence or higher scores may be required as part of UNE’s assessment of an applicant’s Genuine Student (GS) requirements and overall admission risk.

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Other ways to show EnglishAll levels

Accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or other approved tests

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Meet UNE's English proficiency standards through IELTS, TOEFL, or other approved tests.

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Academic entry

Academic entryUndergraduate

Must have completed a qualification equivalent to Australian Year 12; check program listing for detailed requirements.

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For direct admission into undergraduate courses offered by UNE you must have completed an educational qualification considered to be at least equivalent to completion of Year 12 in Australia. For detailed admission requirements or to check if your program has a higher standard for entry, please check your program listing in the Course Catalogue.

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Academic entryPostgraduate

Must have completed a qualification comparable to an AQF bachelor degree; check program listing for specific entry requirements.

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To qualify for admission into UNE postgraduate programs you must have completed an educational qualification considered to be at least comparable to an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) bachelor degree. Check your program listing in the Course Guide for specific entry requirements.

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Academic entryAll levels

Course-specific entry criteria and acceptable qualifications vary by country

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Find course-specific entry criteria and acceptable qualifications from your country of study.

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Applying

How to applyAll levels

Submit your application through our online portal or via an authorised UNE agent

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Submit your application through our online portal or via an authorised UNE agent

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DocumentsAll levels

Gather your supporting documents, including academic transcripts and English test results

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Gather your supporting documents, including academic transcripts and English test results

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Pathways

Foundation and pathwaysAll levels

English pathway programs available

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Find your required scores and learn about English pathway programs.

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