All teaching, learning materials, and assessments at MLA College are delivered in English. To ensure students are able to engage successfully with their chosen programme, applicants must demonstrate an appropriate level of English language proficiency before commencing their studies.
The tables below outline the English language qualifications and test scores accepted by MLA College for entry onto our programmes.
As a specialist provider of online distance learning, MLA College welcomes applications from students worldwide and recognises a range of English language qualifications, academic awards, and approved language tests. In addition to the qualifications listed below, applicants may be able to demonstrate their English language proficiency through previous study completed in English or other recognised evidence, which will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Please note that:
If you are unsure whether your qualification meets our requirements, or if your qualification is not listed below, please contact the Admissions Team for advice.
Email: admissions@mla.ac.uk
The following tables set out the English language qualifications and minimum scores accepted by MLA College for admission to its programmes.
Undergraduate Programmes – Grade 3
Postgraduate Programmes – Grade 3
Undergraduate Programmes – C
Postgraduate Programmes – C
| Test Name | Undergraduate | Postgraduate | Component Scores |
|---|---|---|---|
| B2 First | 160-172 B2 Level | 179 or above | Minimum 160 in all 4 |
| C1 Advanced | 180-192 | 180-192 | 180 in all 4 components |
| C2 Proficiency | 200-212 | 200-212 | 200-212 in all 4 |
Undergraduate Programmes – C6
Postgraduate Programmes – C6
Undergraduate Programmes – Band 3
Postgraduate Programmes – Band 3
Undergraduate Programmes – C
Postgraduate Programmes – C
Undergraduate Programmes – C
Postgraduate Programmes – B
Undergraduate Programmes – 105 overall with 100 in each component
Postgraduate Programmes – 120 overall with 105 in each component
(Please note, we will only accept certificates which include “Individual” subscores).
Undergraduate Programmes – C
Postgraduate Programmes – B
We accept the following grades:
We do not accept the following awards:
Undergraduate Programmes – 4 or above (or C)
Postgraduate Programmes – 4 or above (or C)
Undergraduate courses – 35
Postgraduate courses – 35
Minimum score of 30 in all four components (listening, reading, speaking and writing)
Undergraduate courses – 6.0 overall
Postgraduate courses – 6.5 overall
Minimum score of 5.5 in all four components (listening, reading, speaking and writing)
(Diploma, studied in English)
(Including SELT, centre-based and online)
Undergraduate programmes – Overall 65, minimum component scores 60 – listening, reading, speaking, writing.
Postgraduate programmes – Overall 70, minimum component scores 60 – listening, reading, speaking, writing.
Undergraduate Programmes – GCSE Minimum grade 4, AS/A-Level Minimum grade C
Postgraduate Programmes – GCSE Minimum grade 4, AS/A-Level Minimum grade C
Undergraduate Programmes – Overall 6, minimum 5 in all skills.
Postgraduate Programmes – Overall 7, minimum 5 in all skills.
Undergraduate Programmes – Overall 126.0, minimum score of 111 in all four components (listening, reading, speaking and writing).
Postgraduate Programmes – Overall 140.0, minimum score of 111 in all four components (listening, reading, speaking and writing).
Undergraduate Programmes – Overall 6.0, minimum 5.5 in all component scores.
Postgraduate Programmes – Overall 6.5, minimum 5.5 in all component scores.
(PTE Academic)
Undergraduate Programmes – Overall 59, 59 in all four components (listening, reading, speaking and writing).
Postgraduate Programmes – Overall 59, 59 in all four components (listening, reading, speaking and writing).
Undergraduate Programmes – Grade C
Postgraduate Programmes – Grade B
Undergraduate Programmes – Grade B
Postgraduate Programmes – Grade A
iBT (Designated institution (DI) code: 2242)
Undergraduate Programmes – Overall 76, component scores of listening 17, reading 18, speaking 20, writing 18
Postgraduate Programmes – Overall 90, component scores of listening 17, reading 18, speaking 20, writing 18
Please note the Trinity College London ISE is only a SELT if taken at UKVI approved centre in the UK
Undergraduate Programmes – ISE II Distinction in all components
Postgraduate Programmes – ISE III Pass in all components
We will accept Reifeprufung/Matura – English of Grades 1–2.
We will accept Bevis for Studentereksamen (STX) – English of Grades 12–7.
We will accept Bevis for Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) – English of Grades 12–7.
We will accept Bevis for Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) – English of Grades 12–7.
We will accept Cambridge English: C1 Advanced if taken instead of the English state exam.
We will accept Option International du Baccalaureat (OIB) – Overall grade 12.
Baccalauréat Général is also accepted at minimum grade 16.
The grades required are from the English Language subject, not the qualification overall.
We will accept GCSE English language grade C or A level English language grade C (awarded by UK examining bodies).
We will accept Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife/Abitur – English of Grades 15–10, provided it has been taken as a Hauptfach/Leistungskurs/Kurs mit erhohtem Anforderungsniveau.
We will accept a Leaving Certificate – English of Grades O1–O4 or H1–H7 2017 and later or Ordinary Level A1–C4 or Higher Level A1-D3 up to and including 2016.
We will accept Secondary Education Certificate – English of Grades 1–5.
We will accept Matriculation Certificate Examination (MATSEC) – English of Grades A–E at both Intermediate and Advanced levels.
We will accept Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) – English of Grades 10–8.
We will accept Diploma de Bacalaureat – English with 2 scores at B2 and 3 scores at B1.
Slutbetyg fran Grundskolan is not accepted.
We will accept Slutbetyg fran Gymnasieskola (studentexamen) – English of Grades A–C/MVG-VG/20–15 when studied as an English C subject.
We will accept Hogskoleforberedande Examen – English of Grades A–C when studied as an English 7 subject.
We will accept Studentsprof – English of Grades 10–9.
We will accept Vitnemal fra den videregaende skole – English of Grades 6–4 (this qualification was phased out in the 1990s and replaced with the below).
We will accept Vitnemal for videregaende opplaering – English of Grades 6–4.
We will accept any of the following results on the English language component as meeting our minimum English language requirements:
Undergraduate programmes & Postgraduate programmes – Grade C
Undergraduate programmes, postgraduate programmes
English grade 11 or 12 at 50% pass grade
Undergraduate programmes & Postgraduate programmes
Minimum of 65% in at least 5 subjects
Undergraduate programmes & Postgraduate programmes – Grade 3
Undergraduate programmes & Postgraduate programmes – 4 at category A
Minimum score of 3 in all four components
Undergraduate programmes – 3
Minimum component scores – Minimum score of 3 in all four components
Postgraduate programmes – IELTS
Undergraduate programmes & Postgraduate programmes – 70%
For applicants from Punjab, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Haryana the percentage required is listed below, along with the Duolingo English score you must meet.
Undergraduate programmes
75% & Duolingo: 105 overall, with a minimum of 100 in each component
Postgraduate programmes
75% & Duolingo: 120 overall, with a minimum of 105 in each component
Undergraduate programmes & Postgraduate programmes – 80%
For applicants from Punjab, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Haryana the percentage required is listed below, along with the Duolingo English score you must meet. A mandatory credibility interview is also required.
Undergraduate programmes
85% & Duolingo: 105 overall, with a minimum of 100 in each component
Postgraduate programmes
85% & Duolingo: 120 overall, with a minimum of 105 in each component.
Undergraduate programmes – Mean Grade C (Plain) or above
Postgraduate programmes – Grade B or above
Undergraduate programmes & Postgraduate programmes – C6
Undergraduate programmes & Postgraduate programmes.
B2 (C1 overall for Health programmes) – Component scores must be B2 in all 4 components also
Undergraduate programmes & Postgraduate programmes – C
The SPM results slip or certificate must specifically state “1119” has been awarded OR please supply your GCE O level certificate awarded by UCLES. SPM English that does not state “1119” is not acceptable, nor is the GCE O level if not awarded by UCLES.
Undergraduate programmes & Postgraduate programmes
Grades: Achieved, Merit or Excellent in the English component
Undergraduate programmes & Postgraduate programmes – C6
Undergraduate programmes & Postgraduate programmes – Band 3
Undergraduate Programmes – Grade 3 or above.
Postgraduate Programmes – Grade 4 or above.
Undergraduate programmes & Postgraduate programmes – C
Undergraduate programmes & Postgraduate programmes – C
Undergraduate programmes & Postgraduate programmes – C6
Undergraduate programmes & Postgraduate programmes – C
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