Graduate English language requirements

Find out how to meet the University's English language requirements, depending on your background.

All graduate coursework and research degrees at the University of Melbourne are taught and assessed in English. Each graduate course has its own English language entry standard. You may meet this through recent approved study in English, by achieving the required English test scores listed below or – for some graduate coursework programs – by completing a University-endorsed bridging pathway.

English-speaking background or education

If you’re from an English-speaking background or have completed tertiary study taught and assessed entirely in English, you will likely meet the University’s English language requirements without needing to take an additional test.

See the recognised English-speaking countries list on the English language requirements overview page for conditions and details.

If you've completed an undergraduate degree, or a graduate degree of at least two years duration, where the degree was taught and assessed entirely in English1, you may satisfy the University’s English requirements.

If the degree was completed:

  • within two years of your commencement to study at the University of Melbourne, then no additional evidence of English language proficiency is required.
  • between two and five years of your commencement to study at the University of Melbourne, evidence of work2 in an English-speaking environment is required.
  • more than five years of your commencement to study at the University of Melbourne, evidence that sustained work2 in a designated English-speaking country, in an English-speaking environment, has been undertaken since completing the degree will be required.

Notes:

1 This does not apply if the institution you studied at is located in China, India, Nepal, Pakistan or Saudi Arabia. If you have completed your tertiary studies in another non-English speaking country, you will need to submit the following documentation with your application:

  • A letter on official letterhead or an email from an official staff member email account, which is from the Academic Registrar or a suitable delegate, and specifies either:
    • That all degrees at the institution are entirely taught and assessed in English, OR
    • That the specific degree you completed was entirely taught and assessed in English.

The notification must apply to both the awarding institution and the institution you studied at (if different).

2 Evidence of work means sufficient documentation including an up-to-date resume.

If you have satisfactorily completed a graduate degree of at least one years’ duration, where the degree was taught and assessed entirely in English1, and the English language entry standard for the completed degree was at least IELTS (Academic) overall band score 6.5 or equivalent, you may satisfy the University’s English requirements.

If the degree was completed:

  • within two years of your commencement to study at the University of Melbourne, no additional evidence of English language proficiency is required.
  • between two and five years of your commencement to study at the University of Melbourne, evidence of work2 in an English-speaking environment is required.
  • more than five years of your commencement to study at the University of Melbourne, evidence that sustained work2 in a designated English-speaking country, in an English-speaking environment, has been undertaken since completing the degree will be required.

Notes:

1 This does not apply if the institution you studied at is located in China, India, Nepal, Pakistan or Saudi Arabia. If you have completed your tertiary studies in another non-English speaking country, you will need to submit the following documentation with your application:

  • A letter on official letterhead or an email from an official staff member email account, which is from the Academic Registrar or a suitable delegate, and specifies either:
    • That all degrees at the institution are entirely taught and assessed in English, OR
    • That the specific degree you completed was entirely taught and assessed in English.

The notification must apply to both the awarding institution and the institution you studied at (if different).

2 Evidence of work means sufficient documentation including an up-to-date resume.

English language test score requirements for graduate study vary by faculty and course. Use this section to find the minimum test scores needed for your chosen program.

For detailed information about accepted tests, requirements and conditions, and how to submit your results, see English language proficiency tests.

If you applied or received an offer for a graduate course before 17 November 2025, refer to 2025 English language requirements as different scores may apply. All other applicants refer to the tables below.

UoM English level Previous UoM band IELTS (Academic English only) TOEFL Internet-based test Pearson Test of English Academic Cambridge C1 Advanced LanguageCert Academic Michigan English Test (MET)
Coursework programs:
1 6.5 6.5:
with writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 		81:
with writing 19; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16 		64:
with writing 60; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60 		169:
with writing 170; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 		67:
with writing 64; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57 		58:
with writing 57; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD):
2a 7 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 6.5; reading 6.5; listening 6.5 		91:
with writing 26; speaking 22; reading 19; listening 19 		72:
with writing 75; speaking 66; reading 64; listening 64 		178:
with writing 193; speaking 187; reading 168; listening 168 		73:
with writing 78; speaking 76; reading 65; listening 62 		62:
with writing 74; speaking 53; reading 59; listening 59
UoM English level Previous UoM band IELTS (Academic English only) TOEFL Internet-based test Pearson Test of English Academic Cambridge C1 Advanced LanguageCert Academic Michigan English Test (MET)
Master of Publishing and Communications
Master of Creative Writing, Publishing and Editing
Master of Journalism
Graduate Diploma/Certificate in Publishing and Communications (Advanced)
Graduate Diploma/Certificate in Journalism (Advanced):
n/a 7 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 		91:
with writing 26; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16 		72:
with writing 75; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60 		178:
with writing 193; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 		73:
with writing 78; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57 		62:
with writing 74; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
Master of International Journalism:
1a 6.5 6.5:
with writing 6.5; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 		81:
with writing 23; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16 		64:
with writing 65, speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60 		169:
with writing 180; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 		67:
with writing 71; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57 		58:
with writing 64; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
Other Coursework programs:
1 6.5 6.5:
with writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 		81:
with writing 19; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16 		64:
with writing 60; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60 		169:
with writing 170; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 		67:
with writing 64; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57 		58:
with writing 57; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
Masters by Research
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD):
n/a 7 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 		91:
with writing 26; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16 		72:
with writing 75; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60 		178:
with writing 193; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 		73:
with writing 78; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57 		62:
with writing 74; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
UoM English level Previous UoM band IELTS (Academic English only) TOEFL Internet-based test Pearson Test of English Academic Cambridge C1 Advanced LanguageCert Academic Michigan English Test (MET)
Executive Master of Business Administration
Senior Executive Master of Business Administration  
Master of Business Administration
Master of Marketing:
2 7 7.0:
with writing 6.5; speaking 6.5; reading 6.5; listening 6.5 		91:
with writing 23; speaking 22;
reading 19; listening 19 		72:
with writing 65; speaking 66; reading 64; listening 64 		178:
with writing 180; speaking 187; reading 168; listening 168 		73:
with writing 71; speaking 76; reading 65; listening 62 		62:
with writing 64; speaking 53; reading 59; listening 59
Master of Business Analytics
Master of Applied Business Analytics:
2b 7 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 7.0; reading 7.0; listening 7.0 		91:
with writing 26; speaking 24; reading 22; listening 22 		72:
with writing 75; speaking 76; reading 72; listening 72 		178:
with writing 193; speaking 194; reading 179; listening 175 		73:
with writing 78; speaking 82; reading 71; listening 67 		62:
with writing 74; speaking 59; reading 63; listening 61
Master of Commerce (Accounting)
Master of Commerce (Decision, Risk and Financial Sciences)
Master of Commerce (Economics)
Master of Commerce (Finance)
Master of Commerce (Management)
Master of Commerce (Marketing):
n/a 7 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 		91:
with writing 26; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16 		72:
with writing 75; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60 		178:
with writing 193; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 		73:
with writing 78; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57 		62:
with writing 74; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD):
n/a 7 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 		91:
with writing 26; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16 		72:
with writing 75; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60 		178:
with writing 193; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 		73:
with writing 78; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57 		62:
with writing 74; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
Other Coursework programs:
1 6.5 6.5:
with writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 		81:
with writing 19; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16 		64:
with writing 60; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60 		169:
with writing 170; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 		67:
with writing 64; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57 		58:
with writing 57; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
UoM English level Previous UoM band IELTS (Academic English only) TOEFL Internet-based test Pearson Test of English Academic Cambridge C1 Advanced LanguageCert Academic Michican English Test (MET)
Master of Teaching (Early Childhood and Primary)
Master of Teaching (Primary)
Master of Teaching (Secondary)
Master of Teaching (Secondary) Internship:
n/a 7+ 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 7.5; reading 7.0; listening 7.5 		91:
with writing 26; speaking 26; reading 22; listening 24 		72:
with writing 75; speaking 78; reading 72; listening 78 		178:
with writing 193; speaking 201; reading 179; listening 181 		73:
with writing 78; speaking 87; reading 71; listening 73 		62:
with writing 74; speaking 67; reading 63; listening 64
Master of Teaching (Early Childhood)
Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Teaching
Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental):
2b 7+ 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 7.0; reading 7.0; listening 7.0 		91:
with writing 26; speaking 24; reading 22; listening 22 		72:
with writing 75; speaking 76; reading 72; listening 72 		178:
with writing 193; speaking 194; reading 179; listening 175 		73:
with writing 78; speaking 82; reading 71; listening 67 		62:
with writing 74; speaking 59; reading 63; listening 61
Master of Education
Master of TESOL:
1 6.5 6.5:
with writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 		81:
with writing 19; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16 		64:
with writing 60; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60 		169:
with writing 170; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 		67:
with writing 64; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57 		58:
with writing 57; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56

Doctor of Education
Master of Education (Research)
Doctor of Philosophy – Education
Master of Philosophy – Education
Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental)/Doctor of Philosophy:

n/a 7 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 		91:
with writing 26; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16 		72:
with writing 75; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60 		178:
with writing 193; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 		73:
with writing 78; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57 		62:
with writing 74; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
Other programs:
n/a 7 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 		91:
with writing 26; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16 		72:
with writing 75; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60 		178:
with writing 193; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 		73:
with writing 78; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57 		62:
with writing 74; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
UoM English level Previous UoM band IELTS (Academic English only) TOEFL Internet-based test Pearson Test of English Academic Cambridge C1 Advanced LanguageCert Academic Michigan English Test (MET)
Coursework programs:
1 6.5 6.5:
with writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 		81:
with writing 19; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16 		64:
with writing 60; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60 		169:
with writing 170; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 		67:
with writing 64; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57 		58:
with writing 57; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD):
1 6.5 6.5:
with writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 		81:
with writing 19; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16 		64:
with writing 60; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60 		169:
with writing 170; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 		67:
with writing 64; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57 		58:
with writing 57; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
UoM English levelPrevious UoM band IELTS (academic English Only) TOEFL Internet-based test Pearson Test of English Academic Cambridge C1 Advanced LanguageCert Academic Michigan English Test (MET)
Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD):
n/a77.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0		91:
with writing 26; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16

72:
with writing 75; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60

178:
with writing 193; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163		73:
with writing 78; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57		62:
with writing 74; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
JD (Juris Doctor):
37.57.5:
with writing 7.0; speaking 7.0; reading 7.0; listening 7.0		100:
with writing 26; speaking 24; reading 22; listening 22		78: with writing 75; speaking 76; reading 72; listening 72187:
with writing 193; speaking 193; reading 194; listening 179		81:
with writing 78; speaking 82; reading 71; listening 67		67:
with writing 74; speaking 59; reading 63; listening 61
Other Coursework programs:
277.0:
with writing 6.5; speaking 6.5; reading 6.5; listening 6.5		91:
with writing 23; speaking 22; reading 19; listening 19

72:
with writing 65; speaking 66; reading 64; listening 64

178:
with writing 180; speaking 187; reading 168; listening 168		73:
with writing 71; speaking 76; reading 65; listening 62		62:
with writing 64; speaking 53; reading 59; listening 59
UoM English levelPrevious UoM band IELTS (academic English Only) TOEFL Internet-based test Pearson Test of English Academic Cambridge C1 Advanced LanguageCert Academic Michigan English (MET)
Coursework programs:
16.56.5:
with writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0		81:
with writing 19; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16		64:
with writing 60; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60		169:
with writing 170; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163		67:
with writing 64; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57		58:
with writing 57; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
UoM English level Previous UoM band IELTS (academic English Only) TOEFL Internet-based test Pearson Test of English Academic Cambridge C1 Advanced LanguageCert Academic Michigan English (MET)
Doctor of Clinical Dentistry
Graduate Diploma in Clinical Dentistry (Implants):
2b 7 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 7.0; reading 7.0; listening 7.0 		n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Doctor of Dental Surgery
Doctor of Medicine
Doctor of Physiotherapy 
Master of Genetic Counselling
Master of Genomics and Health:
n/a 7 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 6.5; reading 6.5; listening 6.5 		94:
with writing 27; speaking 20; reading 19; listening 20

72:
with writing 75; speaking 64; reading 64; listening 64

 185:
with writing 185; speaking 176; reading 176; listening 176 		n/a n/a
Doctor of Optometry:
n/a 6.5 6.5:
with writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 		79:
with writing 21; speaking 18; reading 13; listening 13

64:
with writing 60; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60

 176:
with writing 169; speaking 169; reading 169; listening 169 		n/a n/a
Master of Clinical Audiology:
2b 7+ 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 7.0; reading 7.0; listening 7.0 		91:
with writing 26; speaking 24; reading 22; listening 22

72:
with writing 75; speaking 76; reading 72; listening 72

 178:
with writing 193; speaking 194; reading 179; listening 175 		73:
with writing 78; speaking 82; reading 71; listening 67 		62:
with writing 74; speaking 59; reading 63; listening 61
Master of Clinical Education
Master of Clinical Research
Master of Clinical Ultrasound
Master of Medicine (Radiology)
Master in Surgical Education
Graduate Diploma in Clinical Education
Graduate Diploma in Perioperative Medicine
Graduate Certificate/Graduate Diploma of Clinical Research
Graduate Certificate/Diploma in Clinical Ultrasound
Graduate Certificate/Diploma in Surgical Education:
2b 7 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 7.0; reading 7.0; listening 7.0 		91:
with writing 26; speaking 24; reading 22; listening 22 		72:
with writing 75; speaking 76; reading 72; listening 72 		178:
with writing 193; speaking 194; reading 179; listening 175 		73:
with writing 78; speaking 82; reading 71; listening 67 		62:
with writing 74; speaking 59; reading 63; listening 61
Master of Nursing Science†:
n/a 7+ 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 7.0; reading 7.0; listening 7.0 		94:
with writing 27; speaking 24; reading 24; listening 24 		72:
with writing 75; speaking 72; reading 72; listening 72 		n/a n/a n/a
Master of Psychiatry:
n/a 7+ 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 7.0; reading 7.0; listening 7.0 		94:
with writing 27; speaking 24; reading 24; listening 24

72:
with writing 75; speaking 72; reading 72; listening 72

 185:
with writing 185; speaking 185; reading 185; listening 185 		n/a n/a
Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology)
Master of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology)
Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology)/Doctor of Philosophy
Master of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology)/Doctor of Philosophy
Master of Professional Psychology:
n/a 7 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 7.0; reading 7.0; listening 7.0 		94:
with writing 27; speaking 23; reading 24; listening 24

72:
with writing 75; speaking 72; reading 72; listening 72

 n/a n/a n/a
Master of Physiotherapy (Pelvic Floor):
2b 7 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 7.0; reading 7.0; listening 7.0 		91:
with writing 26; speaking 24; reading 22; listening 22

72:
with writing 75; speaking 76; reading 72; listening 72

 178:
with writing 193; speaking 194; reading 179; listening 175 		73:
with writing 78; speaking 82; reading 71; listening 67 		62:
with writing 74; speaking 59; reading 63; listening 61
Master of Social Work:
2b 7+ 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 7.0; reading 7.0; listening 7.0 		91:
with writing 26; speaking 24; reading 22; listening 22

72:
with writing 75; speaking 76; reading 72; listening 72

 178:
with writing 193; speaking 194; reading 179; listening 175 		73:
with writing 78; speaking 82; reading 71; listening 67 		62:
with writing 74; speaking 59; reading 63; listening 61
Master of Speech Pathology:
n/a 7+ 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 7.0; reading 7.0; listening 7.0 		94:
with writing 27;
speaking 24;
reading 24;
listening 24 		72:
with writing 75; speaking 72; reading 72; listening 72 		185:
with writing 185; speaking 185; reading 185; listening 185 		n/a n/a
Master of Sports Medicine
Master of Rehabilitation Science:
2b 7 7.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 7.0; reading 7.0; listening 7.0 		91:
with writing 26; speaking 24; reading 22; listening 22 		72:
with writing 75; speaking 76; reading 72; listening 72 		178:
with writing 193; speaking 194; reading 179; listening 175 		73:
with writing 78; speaking 82; reading 71; listening 67 		62:
with writing 74; speaking 59; reading 63; listening 61
Other Coursework programs:
1 6.5 6.5:
with writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 		81:
with writing 19; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16

64:
with writing 60; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60

 169:
with writing 170; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 		67:
with writing 64; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57 		58:
with writing 57; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Other Masters by Research:
1 6.5 6.5:
with writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 		81:
with writing 19; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16 		64:
with writing 60; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60 		169:
with writing 170; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 		67:
with writing 64; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57 		58:
with writing 57; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56

† Students must satisfy both the University's English language requirement and Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia's English language skills registration standard.
UoM English levelPrevious UoM band IELTS (academic English Only) TOEFL Internet-based test Pearson Test of English Academic Cambridge C1 Advanced LanguageCert Academic Michigan English (MET)
Coursework programs:
16.56.5:
with writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0		81:
with writing 19; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16		64:
with writing 60; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60		169:
with writing 170; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163		67:
with writing 64; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57		58:
with writing 57; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine:
n/a77.0:
with writing 7.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0		91:
with writing 26; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16		72:
with writing 75; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60		178:
with writing 193; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163		73:
with writing 78; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57		62:
with writing 74; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56

Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Master of Veterinary Science (Research):

16.56.5:
with writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0		81:
with writing 19; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16

64:
with writing 60; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60

169:
with writing 170; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 		67:
with writing 64; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57		58:
with writing 57; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
UoM English level Previous UoM band IELTS (academic English Only) TOEFL Internet-based test Pearson Test of English Academic Cambridge C1 Advanced LanguageCert Academic Michigan English (MET)
Coursework programs
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Master of Fine Arts (all streams)
Master of Music (all streams):
1 6.5 6.5:
with writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0 		81:
with writing 19; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16 		64:
with writing 60; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60 		169:
with writing 170; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163 		67:
with writing 64; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57 		58:
with writing 57; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56

If you don’t yet meet the English language requirements for a course, you may be able to take the University of Melbourne English Language Bridging Program (UMELBP) to help you meet the required level. To find out more, visit Other ways to satisfy English requirements.

If you’re applying for a graduate exchange and study abroad program, the English language requirement may differ from the course requirements. For more information, visit Exchange and study abroad.

Graduate English language requirement FAQs

To be offered a place in a graduate course at the University of Melbourne, you must meet the English language requirements set for your program. These can be met through recent study in English or by achieving your course’s required English proficiency test scores. Check the course page under ‘entry requirements’ for the exact requirements for each course.

The University of Melbourne sets minimum English test scores for graduate entry using the accepted tests – TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson Test of English, Cambridge English, Advanced/Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), LanguageCert Academic and the Michigan English Test. Required scores can be found in the table on this page under English language test scores for graduate courses.

Yes. If you’ve completed a degree that was taught and assessed entirely in English, you may already meet the University’s English language requirement. The study must have been completed recently – check the English-speaking background or education section on this page for more details.

Yes. Each graduate course has its own English language entry standard, which may vary depending on the program’s level or discipline. Always check your specific course page for the exact test scores or qualifications you need to meet.

You can submit your application before taking an English test, but your offer will not be finalised until you’ve met the English language requirement. To avoid delays, you’re encouraged to apply once you have your test results or are confident you’ll meet the required scores soon.

If you haven’t yet met the English language requirement, you may still qualify for entry by completing a University-endorsed bridging program or by taking an Academic English program through Hawthorn-Melbourne. These programs can help you reach the required English level for many graduate coursework courses.

Yes. English language requirements for research degrees, including PhD and master’s by research programs, may differ from coursework programs and can include additional conditions. Check your course page for detailed requirements and accepted qualifications.