English Requirements
The language of instruction at Keele University International College is English. To attain entry into the undergraduate or postgraduate programme, you must be able to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency. You can do this by obtaining one of the results shown in the tables below.
General
5.5 with bands at 5.5* minimum
International Year One
5.5 with bands at 5.5 minimum
Pre Master’s
6.0 with bands at 5.5 minimum
5.5 with bands at 5.5* minimum
International Year One
5.5 with bands at 5.5 minimum
Pre Master’s
6.0 with bands at 5.5 minimum
Grade C/4* minimum
International Year One
Grade C/4 minimum
Pre Master’s
Grade C/4 minimum
72 (components - listening 17, reading 18, speaking 20, writing 17 minimum)*
International Year One
72 (components - listening 17, reading 18, speaking 20, writing 17 minimum)
Pre Master’s
78 (components - listening 17, reading 18, speaking 20, writing 17 minimum)
5 with bands at 5 minimum
International Year One
5 with bands at 5 minimum
Pre Master’s
6 with bands at 6 minimum
59 overall with no band less than 59
International Year One
59 overall with no band less than 59
Pre Master’s
62 overall with no band less than 59
Country-Specific
| Qualification Name | Agreed Grades | IELTS Equivalency |
|---|---|---|
| Standard 12 English from Central Boards (CBSE & CISCE) | 60% | IELTS 5.5 overall |
| 65% | IELTS 6.0 overall | |
| Standard 12 English from State Boards* | 65% | IELTS 5.5 overall |
| 70% | IELTS 6.0 overall |
Excluding: Gujarat, Punjab, Haryana, Jammu, Hyderabad, Kashmir, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand.
Otherwise IELTS, or our Free Online English Test (ELLT) is required. All results must be completed within the last two years.
EU-Specific
EXEMPTIONS
| English Language and Study Skills | IELTS |
|---|---|
| 55% | 5.5 |
| 60% | 6.0 |
| 65% | 6.5 |
| 70% | 7.0 |
| IELTS Equivalence | INTO London Password Skills Solo |
|---|---|
| 4.0 | 4.0 |
| 4.5 | 4.5 |
| 5.0 | 5.0 |
| 5.5 | 5.5 |
| 6.0 | 6.0 |
| 6.5 | 6.5 |
| 7.0 | 7.0 |
| Test scores are valid for 2 years |
| IELTS equivalent | Kaplan KIC band (EAP module) - Overall, Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking |
|---|---|
| 5.5 | 55 |
| 6.0 | 60 |
| 6.5 | 65 |
| 7.0 | 70 |
| Kaplan EAP scores are valid for 2 years. |
| Overall IELTS requirement | Kaplan band | Research project % |
|---|---|---|
| 6.0 | 60 or above (no less than 55 in each skill) | 40% or above |
| 6.5 | 65 or above (no less than 60 in each skill) | 50% or above |
| 7.0 | 75 or above (no less than 70 in each skill) | 65% or above |
Subject-specific requirements
Some of our programmes require a higher English language level.
For Nursing, Physiotherapy, Radiography, Pharmacy, Social Work and Occupational Therapy:
- 2 semesters entry: equivalent to IELTS 6.0 with no more than one element at 5.5 or PTE score of 62 overall with no more than one score at minimum 59
- 3 semesters entry (Nursing only): equivalent to UKVI IELTS 5.0 with no more than one element at 4.5 or PTE score of 49 overall with no more than one score at minimum 43
For Speech and Language Therapy with Integrated Master’s (pre-registration):
- Equivalent to IELTS 7.0 with 6.5 in all components
Please note: only SELT/UKVI test version acceptable. Applicants will also need to pass an entry interview before receiving an Unconditional Offer.
Please contact the College for further information: admissions@kuic.keele.ac.uk.
Oxford International Digital – Online English Test
Keele University International College (KUIC) and Keele University have agreed a new partnership with Oxford International Digital, which will allow KUIC applicants to take an online English test (terms and conditions will apply) and be accepted if they reach the required level for entry.
The English Language Level Test (ELLT) is provided and administrated by Oxford International Digital and the results are available up to 72 hours after completing all sections of the test.
The test is taken fully online and the cost is £80. However, if you select the KUIC code upon registration you will receive a 20% discount.
After completing the test successfully, applicants must provide their test results to KUIC. The full cost of the test will reimbursed to you if you meet the published English requirements, pay your course fee deposit and join KUIC. The reimbursement will be reflected on your KUIC student account and deducted from the rest of your course fee total.
Register using the link below (will open a third party website):
The test is open to all countries and regions, as well as for all KUIC courses (including Foundation in Nursing).