University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for Western Sydney University International College?

Western Sydney University International College asks for TOEFL iBT 59 with writing 17, listening and reading 7 and speaking 15 for Foundation and the Diploma in Business. The Diplomas in Arts, Engineering and ICT need 70 with writing 20, and the Foundation pathway to the Bachelor of Nursing needs 82 with writing 21.
  • Guide updated · 1 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

WSU International College TOEFL iBT minimums

From the English Entry Requirements flyer (June 2026) linked from the college's English requirements page.

Level or programmeTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
Extended or Standard Foundation (not nursing)59; writing 17, listening and reading 7, speaking 15Paper-based 525
Foundation leading to Bachelor of Nursing82; writing 21, reading 13, speaking 18, listening 13Paper-based 575
Diploma in Business (3 and 2 terms)59; writing 17, listening and reading 7, speaking 15Paper-based 525
Diplomas in Arts, Engineering and ICT (3 and 2 terms)70; writing 20, speaking 16, listening and reading 11Paper-based 550

WSU International College TOEFL rules

The flyer says evidence of English proficiency is valid for two years from the test date or the date you completed your studies. If you submit two pieces of English evidence, the most recent is given priority.

TOEFL iBT score reports from January 2026 also carry a 1 to 6 band score; our guide to the new TOEFL score scale explains how the two scales appear on a report.

For comparison, the flyer asks IELTS 5.5 (min 5.0 in each subtest) for Foundation and Business, 6.0 (min 5.5) for Arts, Engineering and ICT, and 6.5 (min 6.0) for the nursing pathway.

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If your TOEFL score falls short

The College's English for Academic Purposes course meets entry at EAP 3 (50%) for Foundation and Business, EAP 4 (50%) for the other diplomas and EAP 5 (55%) for nursing. The College English Placement Test and English study outside Australia are also listed.

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

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does WSU International College need?+

TOEFL iBT 59 with writing 17, listening and reading 7 and speaking 15 for Foundation and the Diploma in Business.

What TOEFL does the WSU International College nursing pathway need?+

82 with writing 21, reading 13, speaking 18 and listening 13.

How long is TOEFL valid for WSU International College?+

Two years from the test date, per the June 2026 flyer.

What TOEFL do the engineering and ICT diplomas need?+

70 with writing 20, speaking 16 and listening and reading 11.

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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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