English language entry requirements

You can meet our English language proficiency requirement by providing us with proof that you have recently passed a suitable qualification.

If you would like to study a Pre-sessional English language programme and require a student visa, the UK Home Office may require you to provide evidence that you've met the language requirement through a Secure English Language Test (SELT) with an approved test provider. For a list of the approved SELT test centres visit the Home Office website.

The table below shows the current SELT qualifications.

Secure English Language Tests (SELT)
CEFR levelIELTS for UKVI academicIntegrated Skills in English (Trinity College London)

B2

6.5 (min 5.5 in all components)

ISE III with Passes in all components

B2

6.0 (min 5.5 in all components)

ISE II Pass with Merit in all components

B2

5.5 in all components

ISE II with Passes in all components

B1

4.0 in all components

ISE I with Passes in all components

SELT results such as IELTS, are valid for two years from the time the test is taken. You cannot apply for a student visa using test results older than two years.