University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for TasTAFE?

TasTAFE lists a Duolingo English Test requirement of 105-115 for international applicants to all its courses except Nursing. Duolingo is marked N/A for the Diploma of Nursing, so nursing applicants need IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, OET or Cambridge. TasTAFE's IELTS level for the same courses is 6.0 with no band below 5.0.
  • Guide updated · 1 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

TasTAFE Duolingo requirement

From TasTAFE's English entry requirements page.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
All courses other than Nursing105-115Given as a range; no subscores listed
NursingN/AUse IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, OET or Cambridge

TasTAFE test rules

TasTAFE describes Duolingo as an online, on-demand test you can take from home with a computer and webcam, and says the video interview and writing sample are sent to the institution with your score. It accepts a combination of two English tests taken within 12 months where the overall results both meet the requirement and one test covers a lower individual score; the earlier test then sets the two-year validity. The page also carries a note on Duolingo and student visa applications, so check visa rules separately.

For comparison, the same page sets IELTS 6.0 with no band below 5.0 for all courses other than Nursing.

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If your Duolingo score falls short

TasTAFE offers ELICOS English packages for applicants below the minimum, with General and Academic English Language Programs in 10-week blocks.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does TasTAFE accept Duolingo?+

Yes, for all courses except Nursing.

What Duolingo score does TasTAFE need?+

The page lists 105-115 for courses other than Nursing.

Can I use Duolingo for the TasTAFE Diploma of Nursing?+

No. Duolingo is marked N/A for Nursing.

Can I combine two tests for TasTAFE?+

Yes, two results within 12 months can be combined if both overall scores meet the requirement.

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