Bachelor's degrees with specific English language requirements

The AUT programmes listed below have higher English language requirements due to rules set by professional regulatory bodies or because strong English skills are essential for success in the programme. Some programmes may also accept only certain English language tests.

Health science programmes

AUT programme

IELTS requirements

Bachelor of Health Science (Midwifery)

7 overall, with 7 in Listening & Speaking, and 6.5 in Reading & Writing

Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing)

6.5 overall, with 6.5 in all bands

Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Therapy)

7 overall, with 6.5 in all bands

Bachelor of Health Science (Oral Health)

7 overall, with 6.5 in all bands

Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy)

7 overall, with 6.5 in all bands

Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry)

7 overall, with 6.5 in all bands

Bachelor of Health Science in Paramedicine

6.5 overall, with 6.5 in all bands

Bachelor of Health Science in Perioperative Practice

6.5 overall, with 6.5 in all bands

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science

6.5 overall, with 6.0 in all bands

Initial teacher education programmes

AUT programme

IELTS requirements

Bachelor of Education ([Specialty] Teaching)

7 overall, with 7 in all bands OR  other approved tests as specified by the Teaching Council

Interpreting major within the Bachelor of Arts

AUT programme

IELTS requirements

Bachelor of Arts in Interpreting

7 overall, with 7 in Speaking & Writing, and 6.5 in Reading & Listening

General English language requirements for bachelor's degrees

There are several ways to show that you meet the English language requirements for most AUT bachelor’s degree, depending on your situation.

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