
English Proficiency
All applicants to NewCastle College must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language proficiency in one of following ways, in order to be considered for admission.
Please note: Most programs require that applicants meet a minimum academic English prerequisite of compulsory Grade 12U, C or OAC English or equivalent.
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS;
1. Provide proof that their secondary and/ or post-secondary studies were completed at a recognized institution where English is the primary media of instruction. The studies must be relevant to the admission requirements for the specific program (s) applied to (e.g. an advanced diploma or degree is required for certain postgraduate program)
OR
2. Applicants with transcripts from an institution where the language of instruction is not English may meet English language proficiency requirements with one of the following proofs of language proficiency. The minimum test scores that are acceptable are listed below (as applicable). Please note: For admissions purposes, some programs require a higher score than the minimum stated below.
EXAMS |
DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS |
OTHER PROGRAMS |
IELTS (Academic) |
6.0 , Minimum 5.5 in each skill band |
6.5, Minimum 6.0 in all skill band |
TOEFL |
65 (online) Minimum 15 in each skill band |
75 (online) Minimum 17 in each skill band |
PTE (Academic) |
51, Overall minimum 50 in each skill band |
58, Overall minimum 52 in each skill band |
MELAB |
80 |
85 |