Is IELTS mandatory for Sheffield Hallam University?
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Sheffield Hallam University accepts a range of English Language exams for different degree levels apart from IELTS. The english language score requirements for international applicants for the highest degree level are given as follows:
Qualification Result required IELTS Overall: 6.0 TOEFL iBT (including TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition) Overall: 79 Pearson PTE Academic Overall: 52 Cambridge IGCSE English as a First Language (Syllabus 0500) Overall: C -
The majority of the courses and programs at Sheffield Hallam University are taught in English. Therefore, international students are required to demonstrate their proficiency in the English language. All international students are required to gain a minimum IELTS score of 5.5 for pre-masters programs and an IELTS 6.0 score for other academic programs. However, Indian students who have scored a minimum of 70% in English at Class 12 will be considered equivalent to IELTS 6.0 for a number of postgraduate programs.
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The need of IELTS test for obtaining a student visa is based on two things-
- Your course: If your selected course is not offered in English then, you might not be required to appear for the IELTS test.
- Alternatives: In case your college and visa officials permit, you can attempt to write other English tests like TOEFL, Duolingo and PTE.
Most institutions in Singapore accept an IELTS score in the range: 6.0 to 7.5 based on the level of the course a student is applying to.
Mentioned below are the general language requirements for admission in Singapore:
Type of Course | Minimum IELTS Score Needed |
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Student Visa Applicants | UG Courses: 6.0 to 7.5 PG Courses: 6.5 |
Work Visa Applicants | 6.5 or higher |

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