Southern Cross University English Requirements
New South Wales, Australia
Southern Cross University is a public university in Australia with campuses at Lismore, Coffs Harbour, and the Gold Coast. It is known for its research in marine science, forestry, and regional sustainability, and offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and higher-degree-by-research programs.
Quick answer
Southern Cross University accepts Cambridge C1 Advanced, Cambridge C2 Proficiency, Cambridge English, IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, CAEL, CELPIP General, Duolingo English Test, LanguageCert Academic, Linguaskill, Oxford ELLT, and Trinity ISE for international admission. Undergraduate applicants typically need TOEFL iBT 79 and IELTS Academic 6.5.
Undergraduate requirements
The university-wide standard for first-year international applicants.
| Duolingo English Test | No published minimum | |
| TOEFL iBT | 79 | W 21 |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | |
| PTE Academic | 58 | |
| Cambridge English | 176 | |
| CAEL | No published minimum | |
| Cambridge C1 Advanced | 176 | |
| CELPIP General | No published minimum | |
| LanguageCert Academic | No published minimum | |
| Linguaskill | No published minimum | |
| Oxford ELLT | No published minimum | |
| Trinity ISE | No published minimum |
Graduate requirements
Each graduate and professional school at Southern Cross University sets its own English test requirements; there is no single university-wide graduate minimum. Check the specific school or program you're applying to.
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Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL iBT score do I need for Southern Cross University?+
Undergraduate admission to Southern Cross University requires TOEFL iBT 79 or higher. Graduate programs may require more, depending on the program.
What IELTS Academic score do I need for Southern Cross University?+
Undergraduate admission to Southern Cross University requires IELTS Academic 6.5 or higher. Graduate programs may require more, depending on the program.
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