CIT is the preferred choice for international students studying and working in Ireland
English Language Requirements
All applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of English language proficiency. English language tests must be undertaken no more than two years prior to the start of a programme.
Please note if you do not require a English Language Proficency Exam for entry to CIT you may be required to provide one for Visa purposes so please ensure you check Visa requirements for your country.
Level 1 - Undergraduate and most Postgraduate
Level 2 - Postgraduate Media & Business programmes
DET Duolingo
We are accepting the Duolingo Test (DET) for 2021. DET is offered fully online with test results available in 48 hours. The Visa Division of the Department of Justice and Equality has confirmed that it will accept the Duolingo English Test.
L1: Score of 95-100
L2: Score of 105-110
Please ensure you share your results with MTU Cork on the Duolingo website so we can verify.
IELTS (Academic)
L1: At least 6.0 with no section below 5.5
L2: At least 6.5 with no section below 6.0.
TOEFL
L1: At least 80 - with minimum scores: Listening- 17; Reading - 18; Speaking – 20; Writing - 17
L2: at least 90 - with minimum scores: Listening - 23; Reading - 21; Speaking - 22; Writing - 23
Pearson PTE (Academic)
L1: At least 59 with no section below 56
L2: At least 63 with no section below 59
Cambridge English Qualifications:
B2 First (FCE) or C1 Advanced (CAE)
L1: At least 169 with no section below 162
L2: at least 176 with no section below 169
C2 Proficiency (CPE)
L1: At least 180 with no section below 162
L2: At least 180 with no section below 169.
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