Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 30 October 2026
IMC Krems English requirements
From IMC Krems' admission requirements page.
| Programme | IELTS | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| English-taught bachelor's | Not required (assessed at interview) | None |
| MA International Business and Economic Diplomacy, Marketing, Digital Business Innovation and Transformation | 7.0 overall | Duolingo 130, TOEFL iBT 95 or 5 (new scale), Cambridge C1 |
| Other English-taught master's | Not required (assessed at interview) | None |
When you do not need a certificate
For the three master's above, IMC waives extra proof if English is your native language, or if you completed your prior studies entirely in English or bilingually with at least 70 ECTS of courses taught in English. Upload proof such as a Diploma Supplement listing the English-taught courses with their ECTS.
This waiver is not limited to particular countries, so an English-medium bachelor's from South Asia or Africa can qualify if your documents show it.
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Duolingo is accepted
IMC Krems is one of the few Austrian universities to list Duolingo, at 130. If you already have a recognised certificate, upload it with your online application.
German-taught programmes need German at B2 for bachelor's and C1 for master's.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your IMC Krems programme page and in your offer, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where IMC University of Applied Sciences Krems publishes an IELTS score, it is the minimum: the floor an application has to meet to be considered, not a score that guarantees an offer.
Competitive programmes, and courses with far more applicants than places, may expect more than the minimum, and some departments set their own overall or per-skill scores, often for writing or speaking. The course page has the final word, so check it before you book a test.
If you are close to the line, aim for a margin above it: one weak skill can miss the requirement even when the overall band clears it. Not sure where you stand? Take a free IELTS mock test and get a band for each skill.
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS does IMC Krems need?+
IELTS Academic 7.0 for International Business and Economic Diplomacy, Marketing, and Digital Business Innovation and Transformation. Other English-taught programmes assess English at interview.
Does IMC Krems accept Duolingo?+
Yes. Duolingo 130 is accepted for the master's programmes that need extra proof.
Do I need IELTS for an IMC Krems bachelor's?+
No. IMC assesses English at the admission interview for English-taught bachelor's programmes.
Does IMC Krems accept an English-medium degree?+
Yes, if your prior studies were entirely in English or bilingual with at least 70 ECTS taught in English.
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Guide updated on 30 October 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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