Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Massey TOEFL iBT minimums
From Massey's entry requirements page for international students. Doctoral requirements are on Massey's doctoral application page.
| Level | TOEFL iBT (internet-based and Home Edition) | TOEFL iBT from 21 Jan 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 80, minimum 19 in writing | 4.0 overall, 4.0 in writing |
| Postgraduate (sub-doctoral) | 90, minimum 20 in writing | 4.5 overall, 4.0 in writing |
| Foundation Certificate (International Accelerate) | 65 (10 in reading and listening, 17 in speaking and writing) | 4.0 overall, 3.5 in writing |
| Foundation Certificate (International) | 50 (5 in reading and listening, 15 in speaking and writing) | 3.5 overall, 3.5 in writing |
| English for Academic Purposes 2 | 50 (5 in reading and listening, 15 in speaking and writing) | 3.5 overall, 3.5 in writing |
| English for Academic Purposes 1 | 40 (3 in reading and listening, 13 in speaking and writing) | 3.5 overall, 3.0 in reading |
Test rules at Massey
Massey says test results are valid for two years from the date you took the test, and its TOEFL rows cover both the internet-based test and the Home Edition. The page does not mention MyBest scores or an institution code.
On the same page, IELTS Academic is 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each band for undergraduate and 6.5 with at least 6.0 for sub-doctoral postgraduate study.
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If your TOEFL score falls short
The lower rows in the table show the TOEFL scores that place you into Massey's English for Academic Purposes courses or its Foundation Certificates, which lead on to degree study.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Massey programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Massey University need?+
80 with writing 19 for undergraduate and 90 with writing 20 for sub-doctoral postgraduate study, or 4.0 and 4.5 on the new scale.
Does Massey accept TOEFL Home Edition?+
Yes. Massey's TOEFL rows cover the internet-based test and the Home Edition.
How long is a TOEFL score valid for Massey?+
Two years from the date you took the test.
Can I enter a Massey foundation programme with TOEFL?+
Yes. The Foundation Certificate (International) asks 50, or 3.5 with 3.5 in writing on the new scale.
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