Southern Cross University
English language proficiency
Southern Cross University recognises a number of English language tests as proof of English language proficiency. These are set out in the following tables, together with the minimum results required.
PTE Online, IELTS Online, TOEFL iBT home edition and OET@Home tests are not assessed.
Make sure you also read about qualifications that usually satisfy ELP.
Undergraduate
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 7.5 overall (min. 8.0 in speaking and listening, 7.0 in reading and writing) |
Only academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| International Baccalaureate | Diploma must be awarded |
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| GCE 'A' Levels (from UK or Singapore) | 3 passes in subjects undertaken at full Advanced (A2) or Higher 2 level |
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| Australian TAFE and private provider studies | Completed AQF Diploma with at least 1 year of full-time equivalent study |
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| SCU Preparing for Success Program | Completion of SCU's Preparing for Success program |
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| ISLPR | Min. 4+ in each of the four areas: speaking, listening, reading and writing |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.5 overall (min. 6.5 in each subtest) |
Only academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 7.0 overall (min. 7.0 in each subtest) | Only academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| International Baccalaureate | Diploma must be awarded |
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| GCE 'A' Levels (from UK or Singapore) | 3 passes in subjects undertaken at full Advanced (A2) level in UK. Singapore A Levels not accepted. | |
| Occupational English Test (OET) | Grade B | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
If you are looking to apply for Bachelor of Nursing and Bachelor of Midwifery courses, you must also satisfy the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council’s English language proficiency requirements.
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS | IELTS Indicator online test: not accepted 7.0 overall (min. 7.0 in each subtest) |
Only academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| International Baccalaureate | Diploma must be awarded |
|
| GCE 'A' Levels (from UK) | 3 passes in subjects undertaken at full Advanced (A2) Level in UK |
Singapore A Levels not accepted |
| Australian TAFE and private provider studies | Completed AQF Advanced Diploma with at least 2 years of full-time equivalent study |
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| OET | Grade B |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS | Score of 8.0 (min. 8.0 in each subtest) |
Only academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| International Baccalaureate | Diploma must be awarded |
|
| GCE 'A' Levels (from UK or Singapore) | 3 passes in subjects undertaken at full Advanced (A2) or Higher 2 level |
|
| Australian TAFE and private provider studies | Completed AQF Diploma with at least 1 year of full-time equivalent study |
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| ISLPR | Min. 4+ in each of the areas: speaking, listening, reading and writing |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest) |
Only academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 7.0 overall (min. 7.0 in each subtest) |
Only academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS | Diploma of Health in Nursing, Exercise Science and Exercise Physiology, Osteopathic Studies and Occupational Therapy 6.5 overall (min. 6.5 in each subtest) Diploma of Health in Naturopathic Studies, Community Welfare 6.0 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest) All other diploma courses 5.5 overall (min. 5.5 in writing, 5.0 in speaking, reading and listening) |
Only academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Test/Qualification | Minimum result required | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Paper-based score: not accepted |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| IELTS | 6.0 overall (min. 5.5 in each subtest) |
Only academic version results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| PTE Academic | 50 overall | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| International Baccalaureate | SCU welcomes graduates of the International Baccalaureate from around the world. English requirements are affected by a range of factors. Contact SCU Admissions on 1800 626 481 or admissions@scu.edu.au for consideration of individual cases. |
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| GCE 'A' Levels (from UK or Singapore) | 3 passes in subjects undertaken at full Advanced (A2) or Higher 2 level | |
| C2 Proficiency (formerly CPE) | 169 |
Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| ISLPR | Min. 3+ in each of the four areas: speaking, listening, reading and writing | Only results obtained within 2 years of the course start date |
| Professional experience | For professional experience, contact SCU Admissions Office on 1800 626 481 or admissions@scu.edu.au | |
| CEFR | B2 | |
| Senior secondary, post-secondary or tertiary study | Senior secondary study to the equivalent of Australian year 12 or completion of at least 1 year of full-time equivalent study at AQF Diploma equivalent or higher |
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| SCU Preparing for Success Program | Completion of SCU's Preparing for Success program | |
| Overseas qualifications | For overseas qualifications, contact SCU Admissions Office on 1800 626 481 or admissions@scu.edu.au | |
| Other qualifications | For further information, visit the Southern Cross University website. Contact SCU Admissions Office on 1800 626 481 or admissions@scu.edu.au. |
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Military Road, East Lismore NSW 2480