What are the English language requirements at the University of Melbourne?
The English Language Requirements for Undergraduate and Graduate international students at University of Melbourne are given as follows:
| Exam | Score Required for UG | Score Required for PG |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL IBT | Overall 79 | 79-104 |
| IELTS | Overall 6.5 | Overall 6.5-7.0 |
| PTE Academic | Overall score of 64 | Minimum 68-75 |
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International students whose first language is not English must meet the below English language requirements:
English Language Tests | UG Admission Requirements | PG Admission Requirements |
|---|---|---|
Score of at least 79 and scores of 21 for writing, 18 for speaking, 13 for reading and 13 for listening | 79 – 104 with written score minimum (24 - 27) and no individual score lower than (21 – 24) | |
Score of at least 6.5 with no bands less than 6.0. | 6.5 – 7.0 with written (6.5 – 7.0) and no band less than 6.0 | |
Score of at least 58 and no PTE communicative skills score below 50 | Minimum of (58 – 65), with writing skills of minimum (58 – 65) and no other communicative skill below 50 |
Note: Above UG English language requirements are for all undergraduate programs except the Bachelor of Oral Health*
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