Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 3 November 2026
CCT Duolingo minimums by level
From CCT's English language requirements page. The table gives Duolingo as a band; we report it as written.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Level 6 | 105 to 119 | CEFR B2 |
| Level 7 | 105 to 119 | CEFR B2 |
| Level 8 (honours degree) | 105 to 119 | CEFR B2 |
| Level 9 (master's) | 120 to 129 | CEFR B2 |
CCT test rules
CCT will not consider any English test score older than two years at the start of the programme. Before you begin, it gives its own English test in listening, reading and writing, and an admissions interview to check speaking.
If you need a study visa, CCT says certificates such as Duolingo must be submitted to CCT and to the Irish visa authorities. The page gives no Duolingo subscores.
For comparison, the same page asks for IELTS 6.0 at Levels 6 to 8 and IELTS 6.5 at Level 9.
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If your Duolingo score is below the band
The page lists no conditional or pathway route. A Level 9 applicant scoring 105 to 119 meets the band for Levels 6 to 8 only.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your CCT programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does CCT College Dublin accept?+
105 to 119 for Level 6 to 8 programmes and 120 to 129 for Level 9.
How old can my Duolingo score be?+
No older than two years at the start of your CCT programme.
Does CCT test my English again?+
Yes. It runs its own English test and an admissions interview before the course starts.
What IELTS score matches the Level 9 band?+
IELTS 6.5 on the same page.
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Guide updated on 3 November 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.
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