English Language Tests (ELTs)

Your university websire should give you the best idea of what level of English you'll need for your course. You can always contact them if you have specific requests or any individual questions.

On course requirements, you'll find a section on ELTs where it'll tell you the score you’ll need to have. 

There's many different places to get your English Language Test, and their assement methods differ. For example, a PTE Academic typically gives you your score in 2 days, so it's a good option if you're in a hurry. 

You might also prefer a computer-based test, or in-person tests. For example, in IELTS, the speaking part of the test is done in-person with an examiner. In other tests such as TOEFL or PTE, the speaking section is computer-based, like the rest of the test.

You should be able to prove you can read, write, speak, and understand English to a certain level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) scale.

The level required depends on what you're studying:

Here's an example of how some of the ELT providers differ:

All of the aboive providers of English Language Tests may offer a free English level test to help you evaluate your current level.

Approved test providers

If you're in the UK, you can only take a SELT with one of the following providers:

• Trinity College London
• IELTS SELT Consortium
• LanguageCert
• Pearson

If you're outside of the UK, you can only take a SELT with one of the following providers:

• PSI Services (UK) Ltd
• IELTS SELT Consortium
• LanguageCert
• Pearson