English Language Requirements

ARU London welcomes applications from candidates whose first language is not English. To demonstrate proficiency in the English language, ARU London recognises a number of formal tests.

Please see below for details of the scores required from the most widely available English language tests (if the test you have taken, or will soon be taking, is not listed, you should contact us to check we recognise this particular test and for details of the scores required for admission). If you have any questions, please email admissions@london.aru.ac.uk

ARU London English Test

ARU London has partnered with Password to deliver computer-based English Language Tests. Password English language tests are designed and academically managed by CRELLA (the Centre for Research in English Language Learning and Assessment).

The tests are formally aligned to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), the international standard for describing language ability.

We will also consider the Duolingo English Test, however please note this test is not accepted for students requiring a visa to study in the UK

Accepted Alternative Qualifications and Tests

• iGCSE / GCSE - English Language
• IELTS (Academic)
• TOEFL iBT
• Pearson PTE (Academic)
• Cambridge B2 First (FCE - First Certificate in English)
• Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE - Certificate in Advanced English)
• Trinity College: Integrated Skills in English (ISE)
• LanguageCert International ESOL SELT tests
• International English Language Competency Assessment (IELCA)
• Oxford ELLT

Accepted Grades

Undergraduate:

• Password / IELTS: 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all components)
• Duolingo: 100 (with a minimum of 90 in all components)
• ETS TOEFL iBT with 80 overall and a minimum of 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
• Pearson PTE: 60 (with a minimum of 59 in all components)

Postgraduate:

• Password / IELTS: 6.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all components)
• Duolingo: 110 (with a minimum of 90 in all components)
• ETS TOEFL iBT with 88 overall and a minimum of 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
• Pearson PTE: 61 (with a minimum of 59 in all components)

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