Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Scores for two year 2 tracks
From the Mundus Journalism admission requirements. Rules differ by year 2 university because of immigration and visa regulations, so check your track before you book.
| Test | Amsterdam (Politics and Communication) | City St George's (Crisis and Conflict) |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7.0, 6.5 each; test centre only | 7.0, 6.0 each; online accepted |
| IELTS One Skill Retake | Not accepted | Accepted |
| TOEFL iBT (0 to 120) | 100; R 24, L 22, W 24, S 25 | 100; 20 in each |
| TOEFL iBT (1 to 6) | 5, 5 in each | 5, 4.5 in each |
| Cambridge C1 Advanced | 190 | 190 |
| Cambridge C2 Proficiency | Pass | Pass |
Test age and Home Edition
For Amsterdam the test must be less than two years old when you apply. For City St George's it must be less than two years old when you apply for the UK visa, in the summer between years 1 and 2. Both tracks accept only TOEFL iBT, not Home Edition, and neither accepts MyBest scores.
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Exemptions
Some applicants are automatically exempt from submitting a test for some tracks, for example citizens of the US, UK, Ireland, Australia or New Zealand for Amsterdam. But the page says applicants choosing Amsterdam or City St George's cannot be granted an exemption on request. Applications that do not meet the C1 rule cannot be considered for admission or the Erasmus Mundus scholarship.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Mundus Journalism 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is IELTS 6.5 enough for Mundus Journalism?+
No, not for the two tracks we read. Both ask for 7.0 overall.
Does Mundus Journalism accept IELTS Online?+
Not for Amsterdam. It is accepted for City St George's.
Is TOEFL Home Edition accepted?+
No, for either the Amsterdam or the City St George's track.
Do I need the test when I apply?+
Yes. The page says proof is needed at application stage unless you are exempt.
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Related
- University of Amsterdam IELTS requirement
- City St George's IELTS requirement
- TOEFL Home Edition
- Erasmus Mundus IELTS requirement
- All 3605 guides
Guide updated on 31 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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