University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for Polytechnic Institute Australia?

Polytechnic Institute Australia asks for a Duolingo English Test score of 115 overall with no band below 110. That applies to both course pages checked, the Bachelor of Business (Accounting) and the Master of Business. Results are valid for two years to your start date, and your most recent test replaces all earlier ones.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

PIA Duolingo minimums

From PIA's Bachelor of Business (Accounting) and Master of Business course pages.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Bachelor of Business (Accounting)115No band less than 110
Master of Business115No band less than 110

PIA test rules

Both pages say English test results are valid for two years from the date of the results up to the date you start at the Institute, and that the most recent test supersedes all previous tests. So a later, lower Duolingo score would replace an earlier one that met the requirement. The pages give no Duolingo-specific instructions for sending scores.

For comparison, the same pages ask for IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 6.0 for the bachelor's, and 6.5 with no band below 6.0 for the Master of Business, while the Duolingo figure stays at 115 for both.

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If your Duolingo score falls short

The course pages list other accepted English evidence, such as PTE Academic, Cambridge English and GCE A Levels with a C or better in English. For the Master of Business, PIA also describes special and alternative admission based on work experience.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Polytechnic Institute Australia accept Duolingo?+

Yes. Both the Bachelor of Business (Accounting) and Master of Business pages list it.

What Duolingo score does PIA need?+

115 overall with no band below 110.

How long is a Duolingo result valid for PIA?+

Two years from the date of the results up to your start date.

Does PIA use my best Duolingo score?+

No. The pages say the most recent test supersedes all previous tests.

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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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