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- 8 Sir Christopher Ondaatje Avenue
- Macquarie University
- NSW 2109 Australia
- T: +61 2 9850 5055
- E: elc@mq.edu.au
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English proficiency to support your academic goals
Our Academic English program prepares you for academic success by introducing you to the spoken and written texts and skills you will need for success at university.
We build your practical skills through our communicative teaching methodology and the latest in digital learning tools. Our four levels of Academic English (A1–A4) are designed for students from intermediate to advanced level.
Key details
English entry requirements
IELTS 5.0 and above
Study level
Intermediate to advanced
Student type
International
Duration
5–10 weeks
Entry requirements
All scores (Overall, Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking) are considered when recommending your English course.
| Overall score | Writing score | Recommended course |
|---|---|---|
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| Academic English 4 |
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| Academic English 3 |
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| Academic English 2 |
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| Academic English 1 |
| IELTS: below 5.0 | – | General English |
Note: that the table above only applies to students entering a Macquarie University program which requires the standard English requirements of IELTS Overall 6.5 with no subscore below 6.0. For Macquarie University programs requiring special English entry requirements (such as Education) contact Macquarie International for an assessment.
Progression to direct entry programs
After successfully completing Academic English at an appropriate level, you may choose to progress to one of our Direct Entry programs. Our Academic English program can be packaged with a Direct Entry program.
During the English language programs you get used to formal University learning processes and learn academic skills. You will make friends from other countries.