English language proficiency

The table below lists the English language testing systems accepted by the University, and grades equivalent to IELTS. 

IELTS equivalent scores and accepted tests

Overall Scores

Subscores

Notes

English language test results are generally valid for two years prior to the date of commencement at Adelaide University.

*IELTS Academic includes IELTS Academic One Skill Retake, IELTS UKVI Academic.

^OET applies for Health Programs only. The scores in each band must be achieved in one sitting.

The English Language Centre (ELC) is Adelaide University’s preferred ELICOS provider. Visit the pathway providers page to find out more.

Adelaide University does not offer packaged programs with The Centre for English Language at the University of South Australia (CELUSA), but does accept CELUSA results.

For the Bachelor of Nursing, please refer to the table and information below for accepted English language testing systems, grades equivalent to IELTS, and Primary Language Pathway information.

You must have achieved the required minimum scores in one of the following English language tests and tests must be dated within 1 year of commencement. 

Alternatively, you may be eligible for a Primary Language Pathway if:

a) English is your primary language; and

b) You have attended and satisfactorily completed at least six years of primary and secondary education taught and assessed solely in English in a recognised country*, including at least two years between years 7 and 12.

Notes

*Recognised countries are Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom, and USA.