English language requirement

All applicants must present an English language qualification. Accepted/Permitted English language qualifications are:

1. Irish Leaving Certificate: a grade D3 or better in Ordinary level English.
2. GCSE: a grade C or better in English Language.
3. European Baccalaureate:
   English: 6 in 1st Language, or in 1st or 2nd Foreign language.
4. French Baccalaureate:
   Students presenting the OIB or International Option of the French Baccalaureate may satisfy the English language requirement by achieving a minimum of 12 (where the coefficient is greater than 5) in English Language and Literature. In cases where the coefficient is less than 5, a minimum result of 14 will be required.
5. International Baccalaureate:
   English A1, A2 or B: 5 at Higher Level (4 at Standard Level if presenting IB through English).
6. US High School: a grade C in English taken in final year.
7. TOEFL:
   • Paper based 570 (with a TWE score of 4.5).
   • Computer-based 233 (with a score of 4.5 in essay).
   • Internet based 90 (with a written score of 21).
8. Cambridge Proficiency: Grade C.
9. Cambridge Advanced: Grade A.
10. IELTS: (Academic version) 6.5 (no individual band below 6)
• For Dental courses: IELTS (academic version) 7 (no individual band below 7).
11. Pearson Test of English (Academic) - PTE Academic: a minimum score of 63 (with no section score below 59).

Notes:

1. Examination results for tests 7-11 above are only valid for 2 years.
2. Students who do not meet the minimum English language requirement can apply for the International Foundation Year before progressing on to selected courses.

If you have any queries in relation to this requirement please contact the Admissions Office:

Tel: + 353 1 896 4444, Fax: + 353 1 872 2853, Email: admissions@tcd.ie