ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
The language of instruction at UA92 is English. To attain entry into any level, you must be able to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency.
If you do not meet our English Language requirements we offer a number of Online Intensive English Language Programmes to help you to improve your academic English language skills before starting your academic studies.
Find our more about our Online Intensive English Language here.
RECOGNISED ENGLISH LANGUAGE TESTS
| Recognised Qualification | Foundation | Integrated Year One | Direct - Year One |
|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic (UKVI Approved) | 5.5 with no score below 5.5 | 6.0 no score lower than 5.5 | 6.5 with no score lower than 5.5 |
| IELTS Academic (Other centres) | 5.5 with no score below 5.5 | 6.0 no score lower than 5.5 | 6.5 with no score lower than 5.5 |
| ToEFL IBT | 76 overall, minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 17 in speaking and 20 in writing | 82 overall, minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 17 in speaking and 20 in writing | 87 overall, minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 17 in speaking and 20 in writing |
| ToEFL IBT Special Home Edition | 76 overall, minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 17 in speaking and 20 in writing | 82 overall, minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 17 in speaking and 20 in writing | 87 overall, minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 17 in speaking and 20 in writing |
| Cambridge English: Advanced CAE | 166 overall with at least 162 in each element | 172 overall with at least 162 in each element | 176 overall with at least 162 in each element |
| Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) | 166 overall with at least 162 in each element | 172 overall with at least 162 in each element | 176 overall with at least 162 in each element |
| PTE | 59 with no score lower than 59 | 59 with no score lower than 59 | 59 with no score lower than 59 |
| LanguageCert English Language | B2 Communicator with 33 in each skill area | B2 Communicator with 35 in each skill area | B2 Communicator with 39 in each skill area |
| Common European Framework | B2 | B2 | B2 |
| International Baccalaureate (IB) Standard Level English Language Syllabus | Grade 5 or above | Grade 5 or above | Grade 5 or above |
| International Baccalaureate (IB) Higher Level English Language Syllabus | Grade 4 or above | Grade 4 or above | Grade 4 or above |
| Trinity College London – Integrated Skills in English | ISE II - Pass | ISE II - Pass | ISE II - Pass |
| GCSE/ IGCSE/ O Level English | Yes - Grade C/4 | Yes - Grade C/4 | Yes - Grade C/4 |
As well as the recognised tests outlined below, UA92 also accepts several country specific English language qualifications. Please note that the grade accepted does not vary by entry level.
COUNTRY- SPECIFIC ENGLISH LANGUAGE QUALIFICATIONS
| Country | Level required |
|---|---|
| Cameroon | GCE O Level (English) Grade C or above |
| Botswana | Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE) in English at Grade C or above (in collaboration with CIE) |
| Brunei | Brunei Cambridge GCE O Level in English at Grade C or above |
| France | French Baccalaureat English at Grade 12 or above |
| Hong Kong | Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) English Language: - Direct First Year entry: 4 or above (minimum 4 each band) - Integrated Year One 4 or above (minimum 3 each band) - Foundation: 3 or above (minimum 3 each band) |
| Iceland | 7 or above in level 3 Studentsprof |
| India | Indian Standard X English at 70% or above, or Indian Standard XII English at 65% or above. (Please note students born in Punjab, Uttar Pradesh or Haryana are required to present a Recognised English Language Test - see above table. We are not able to accept the National Institute of Open Schooling.) |
| Kenya | Kenyan Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) in English at Grade C or above |
| Malaysia | Malaysian 1119 syllabus GCE O Level English at Grade C or above |
| Malta | Maltese Secondary Education Certificate English at Grade 5 or above |
| Mauritius | GCE O Level / GCSE English, Grade C or above |
| Nepal | International Foundation: B / GPA 2.8 / 70% | Integrated Year One: B+ / GPA 3.2 / 70% |
| Nigeria/ W Africa | WAEC English C6, NECO C6 or WASSCE C6 |
| Norway | Vitnemål for videregående opplæring (VVO) with average of Grade 4 or above in English |
| Philippines | High School Diploma in English at Grade C or above |
| Singapore | Singapore-Cambridge GCE O Level in English at Grade C6 or above |
| South Africa | Senior Certificate (Matric) in English at 60% (Grade C) or above / Standard 10 Certificate (English) |
| Tanzania | Tanzanian Certificate of Secondary Education (TCSE) in English / Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (ACSE) in English at Grade C or above |
| Zambia | Zambian Secondary School Certificate (ZSSC) in English at Grade C or above |
| Zimbabwe | GCE O Level (English), Grade C or above |
| General | International Baccalaureate English with 5 at Higher Level, or 6 at Standard Level |