Check the requirements and prerequisites for admission into the University of Adelaide as an international student.
International students seeking admission to the University's coursework academic programs must meet minimum English language standards.
The University's preferred accredited English language tests are:
However, the University may accept other evidence of proficiency in English in individual cases.
The majority of language tests and qualifications that meet the University’s minimum English requirements have a validity of two years preceding the date of commencement.
Students without the required level of English will need to satisfactorily complete an intensive program of English language before being admitted to the University of Adelaide. The University can arrange an appropriate English language program, Academic English (PEP Pathway) in Adelaide at the University's English Language Centre. The PEP Pathway provides an alternative entry pathway for prospective students who have received offers to the University of Adelaide conditional upon English proficiency. On successful completion of the PEP Pathway at the appropriate level, students are granted direct entry into the University. See PEP pathway entry requirements for more information.
International students undertaking an Australian year 12 program will meet the English language proficiency requirements with a passing grade or above in a recognised English as a Second Language or an English Language subject, as a part of the successful completion of their year 12 qualification.
International students who are not required to undertake an English subject to successfully complete their Australian year 12 qualification (or those who successfully complete their year 12 qualification but do not pass their English subject), can meet the English language proficiency requirements by achieving or exceeding the minimum score in an IELTS or another accepted English language test.
Successful completion of the International Baccalaureate Diploma meets the English language requirements of the University of Adelaide.
*Note: Exceptions apply to some degrees. Refer to the English Language procedure document for detailed information if an English test is required.
For more information about the minimum English Language policy, please refer to the English Language Procedure linked to the Admissions to Coursework Programs Policy.
The Degree Finder tool provides general information about all undergraduate and postgraduate (coursework) programs. This includes information about minimum entry requirements, pre-requisites and selection criteria.
For more detailed information explore each of the program types below.
The following qualifications are recognised for undergraduate entry. Each program has minimum entry requirements that can be accessed in Degree Finder.
Australian Year 12: SACE, NSW/ACT UAI, TAS/WA Selection Rank, VIC Selection Rank, QLD OP
Australian school leaver applicants are given a tertiary entrance rank (Selection Rank). School leavers with interstate/overseas equivalents and applicants studying the International Baccalaureate (IB) in Australia have their final school results converted to a South Australian Selection Rank by SATAC.
All international applicants undertaking an Australian year 12 program are required to achieve a Pass grade or above in one of the approved English as a Second Language or English Language subjects. Satisfactory completion of one of these subjects ensures that each international applicant meets the minimum English language proficiency requirements of the University of Adelaide.
GCE Advanced Level Examination
A Level results are calculated on the aggregate score from three A Level Subjects were A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 for A Level subjects. Score from General Paper or language subject in the applicant's first language are excluded from the calculation.
Provincial High School Diploma
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) - Average of best six subjects.
British Columbia Certificate of Graduation - Average of best four subjects.
Alberta High School Diploma - Average of best five subjects.
The stated grade is the minimum entry grade in a grading system of 1-5 (where 1 is the highest grade available).
Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education
HKDSE results are calculated on the aggregate score of five subjects where 5**=6, 5*=5.5, 5=5, 4=4, 3=3. Category B and C subjects may not be used to calculate an entry score.
All India Senior Secondary Certificate (CBSE, New Delhi), Indian School Certificate (ISC), Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu State Board Examination and Telangana State Board Examination.
Best three subjects, excluding language and non-academic subjects.
Indonesia SMA3 (Graduate Certificate of Completion)
GCE Advanced Level Examination
A Level results are calculated on the aggregate score from three A Level Subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 for A Level subjects. Score from General Paper or language subject in the applicant's first language are excluded from the calculation.
Matrikulasi, STPM Examination
Average of best three subjects.
Unified Entrance Certificate (UEC)
Best 5 subjects excluding language subjects. Students must achieve numerical score lower than that listed, UEC grades A1=1, B3=3,B4=4, B5=5, B6=6, C7=7,C8=8.
GCE Advanced Level Examination
A Level results are calculated on the aggregate score from three A Level Subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 for A Level subjects. Score from General Paper or language subject in the applicant's first language are excluded from the calculation.
GCE Advanced Level Examination
A Level results are calculated on the aggregate score from three A Level (H2) Subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 for A Level subjects. Score from General Paper or language subject in the applicant's first language are excluded from the calculation.
The University of Adelaide converts the National College Entrance Examination (Gaokao) into a percentage score. For each program requirement, please refer to the Gaokao table by using the following calculation method: Your total score achieved in Gaokao divided by the maximum score published by the Department of Education in each province or city.
For example: If you have achieved 525 in Gaokao from Tianjin, your percentage is 525 divided by the maximum score in Taijin 750, which gives a percentage score of 70%.
The maximum score for each Chinese province/ city, are available at https://gaokao.chsi.com.cn/z/gkbmfslq/pcx.jsp
GCE Advanced Level Examination
A Level results are calculated on the aggregate score from three A Level Subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 for A Level subjects. Score from General Paper or language subject in the applicant's first language are excluded from the calculation.
Matayom 6 with Thailand Certificate of Secondary Education
Successful completion of of Matayom 6 (Certification of Secondary Education). GPA on a 4-point scale where A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0
GCE Advanced Level Examination
A Level results are calculated on the aggregate score from three A Level Subjects where A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 for A Level subjects. Score from General Paper or language subject in the applicant's first language are excluded from the calculation.
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