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Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) requirements

About TOEFL iBT

The Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) is an approved, academic-only English language test recognised by Bond.  

TOEFL iBT allows for the convenience of testing your English abilities at home by measuring your academic skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking. On average, the test takes between 1.5 and 3 hours and is formatted to be friendly and approachable for those with an educational goal in mind.  

This test contains engaging tasks to measure academic English skills the way they’re used in the classroom, and will help you not only in your admission process but when you’re participating in lectures and tutorials.  

You can satisfy the English language requirements for your preferred Bond program by achieving at least the minimum TOEFL iBT score.

Bond University accepts TOEFL iBT.

TOEFL iBT Home Edition is not accepted.

Your results  

Approved English language test results must be no more than 24 months old when you commence your program at Bond.

Minimum required scores

The minimum test score you will need to meet depends on the program you are applying for. Some programs require higher levels of English proficiency than others. Please ensure you review the below list to find the TOEFL iBT score needed for your program. This will also be listed on your program page, which can be found using our program finder.

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Undergraduate

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Requirements
Direct entry to the following programs TOEFL iBT scores
Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science94 (no scores below 27 in writing, 23 in speaking, and 24 in reading and listening)
Bachelor of Business Law 94 (no scores below 24 in writing, and 20 in speaking, reading, and listening)
Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours)  
Bachelor of Jurisprudence 
Bachelor of Laws 
Bachelor of Psychological Science 
Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) 
Medical Program 
All other bachelor's degrees not in a combined program with any of the above degrees79 (no scores below 21 in writing, 18 in speaking, and 16 in reading and listening) 
Postgraduate

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Requirements
Direct entry to the following programs TOEFL iBT scores
Doctor of Physiotherapy 94 (no scores below 27 in writing, 23 in speaking, and 24 in reading and listening)
Master of Occupational Therapy 
Master of Professional Psychology 
Master of Psychology (Clinical) 
Graduate Certificate in Nutrition 94 (no scores below 24 in writing, and 20 in speaking, reading, and listening)
Graduate Diploma in Nutrition 
Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice 
All other master's degrees not in a combined program with any of the above degrees79 (no scores below 21 in writing, 18 in speaking, and 16 in reading and listening)
Diplomas and pathways

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Requirements
Direct entry to the following programs TOEFL iBT scores
All diploma programs inc. Diploma Preparation Program60 (no scores below 19 in writing, 16 in speaking, and 10 in reading and listening)
Bond University College Foundation Program 50 (no scores below 16 in writing, 14 in speaking, 7 in reading, and 6 in listening)
Bond English Program 
English Level 7 Overall 60 (minimum 21 in writing) 
English Level 6 Overall 50 (minimum 18 in writing) 
English Level 5Overall 40 (minimum 14in writing) 
English Level 4Overall 35 (minimum 12 in writing) 
English Level 3 Overall 32 or less 
Research

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Requirements
Direct entry to the following programs TOEFL iBT scores
All higher degree by research (HDR) programs94 (no scores below 24 in writing, and 20 in speaking, reading, and listening)

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Requirements
Direct entry to the following programs TOEFL iBT scores
Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science94 (no scores below 27 in writing, 23 in speaking, and 24 in reading and listening)
Bachelor of Business Law 94 (no scores below 24 in writing, and 20 in speaking, reading, and listening)
Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours)  
Bachelor of Jurisprudence 
Bachelor of Laws 
Bachelor of Psychological Science 
Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) 
Medical Program 
All other bachelor's degrees not in a combined program with any of the above degrees79 (no scores below 21 in writing, 18 in speaking, and 16 in reading and listening) 

Other approved English language tests

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