What are the IELTS requirements for admission at National College of Ireland?
The National College of Ireland (NCI) IELTS requirements can vary as per the department and the level of course. Students can refer to the minimum test scrores required from the the table given below:
IELTS test requirements
Courses | IELTS Minimum Scores |
|---|---|
UG Business | 6.0 with no section less than 5.5 |
UG Computing and the Higher Diploma in Science in Computing | 6.0 with no section less than 5.5 |
BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Education and Care | 6.5 with 6.5 in Speaking and no section less than 6.0 |
School of Business Masters Programs (excluding MSc in AI for Business) | 6.5 with no section less than 6.0 |
School of Computing Masters Programs (excluding MSc in AI for Business) | 6.0 with no section less than 5.5 |
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For English-taught Master's programs, RWTH Aachen requires a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 overall with no individual band below 6.0. For highly competitive programs like Computer Science or Data Science, a score of 7.0+ is recommended. TOEFL iBT 90+ is also accepted.
The Uni of New Mexico accepts IELTS score or equivalent. The minimum scores required in these test vary. Given below are the minimum scores required for UNM admission-
| Tests | UG | PG |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.0 | 6.5 |
| TOEFL | 68 (4.0) | 79 (4.5) |
| PTE | 47 | 53 |
| Duolingo | 95 | 105 |
5.5 score in IELTS is unlikely to be enough for Indian students to get into NC A&T State Uni. For UG courses, the minimum IELTS score is 6.0. For PG courses, 6.5 is the minimum score.
Students can also submit other English test scores like TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo.
Yes it is possible to go to Ireland for studies without an IELTS score by using alternative English proficiency tests, showcasing previous education in English or getting into pre-sessional English courses.
For UG admissions for international students, the IELTS score required is 6.0. Minimum scores required in other test scores are-
| Tests | UG Scores |
|---|---|
| TOEFL | 79 |
| Duolingo | 105 |
| PTE | 53 |
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