Study in Australia Without IELTS

Australia is a dream destination for many international students and the world's third most popular country for studying abroad. Many Australian universities require non-English-speaking students to submit English Proficiency Tests to evaluate their English-speaking ability. However, some universities in Australia offer admissions without IELTS scores. In this blog, you will clearly understand how to study in Australia with no IELTS requirements. 

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What is the IELTS Test?

IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is an English language proficiency test developed by the British Council in 1980. The test is designed to examine your English language skills in four areas: listening, reading, speaking, and writing, which is mandatory for work, study, and migration. 

Alternative English Proficiency Tests Except for IELTS

The alternatives that can be considered for international students to study in Australia without IELTS include:

Medium of Instruction Certificate (MOI)

It is an official document that certifies the language in which an individual has received education. One can be proficient in any language, such as English, French, Russian, or Spanish. Your school, college or university is responsible for issuing the MOI certificate. 

TOEFL IBT

TOEFL (Internet-Based Test) IBT is an English proficiency test that tests your English language skills for study, work, and immigration. The test comprises reading, listening, speaking, and writing. 

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE)

The Pearson English language proficiency test examines your academic level in writing, speaking, and listening skills. PTE is two hours long, and the scores are accepted worldwide for study, work, and immigration. 

Cambridge Advanced CAE

Also called C1, Cambridge Advanced CAE is an advanced English language test provided by Cambridge Assessment English that tests the language skills that employers and universities want. 

Occupational English Test (OET)

OET is an English language test designed for healthcare professionals who wish to practice in an English-speaking environment. The government, regulators, and educators approve the test for visa, registration, study, and work. 

Getting into Australian Universities without IELTS

International students looking to study in Australia without appearing for IELTS can enroll in universities without appearing for the exam, but with conditions. They must have studied in those countries whose certificates are awarded by the Australian Education System. Here is the list of rules and conditions Australian universities follow to accept students with an IELTS score, even if only one condition is fulfilled.

• If you have completed your senior secondary from a list of recognised countries and the mode of study is English.
• Indian students are exempted from IELTS if they submit their AISSCE certificate issued by CBSE. On the other hand, state board students from West Bengal, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Gujarat are exempted from submitting IELTS scores if they score 65% or more. 
• You have at least one year of post-secondary education from a recognised institution. 
• You must have acquired English language skills with at least three years of experience during an internship or professional setting. 
• Your undergraduate degree must be from a recognised university, and the mode of language must be in English. 

Australian Universities and Colleges without an IELTS Requirement

Here are the list of universities in Australia for international students without IELTS qualifications. 

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