University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Dublin Business School?

Dublin Business School (DBS) asks international applicants for a Duolingo English Test overall score of at least 105. The page sets no Duolingo subscores. Results must be dated within two years of your course start date, and DBS notes there may be additional requirements for applicants from some visa-required countries.
  • Guide updated · 1 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

DBS Duolingo minimum

From DBS's English language requirements for international students.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
All programmes (international applicants)105Overall minimum; no subscores stated

How DBS handles Duolingo scores

For all proficiency tests, results must be dated within two years of course commencement. Duolingo is marked with an asterisk, which the page explains as possible additional requirements for some visa-required countries. The page gives no Duolingo sending steps.

For comparison, the same page asks for an IELTS Academic overall score of at least 6.0.

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If your Duolingo score is below 105

For applicants who do not need a study visa, such as Irish and EU-based students, DBS offers a free online English test delivered with Kaplan, available once you have submitted an academic application. The full policy is in the DBS Quality Assurance Handbook.

Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your DBS programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does Dublin Business School need?+

An overall score of at least 105.

Does DBS set Duolingo subscores?+

The page states an overall minimum only.

How recent must my Duolingo result be?+

Dated within two years of course commencement.

What is DBS's IELTS equivalent?+

IELTS Academic 6.0 overall.

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Guide updated on 1 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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