OET and IELTS preparation for doctors and dentists
The English test is the first step on almost every pathway. We prepare you for the exact score your regulator asks for.
- Australia
- OET 350 to 360 by sub-test, or IELTS 7 overall
- United States
- OET Medicine: 350, with 300 in Writing
- United Kingdom
- OET grade B in each, or IELTS 7.5 with 7.0 in each
OET & IELTS courses
A new batch of each course starts every month. Open a course for full details, the fee and a PDF you can keep.
The scores you need
OET and IELTS Academic
Almost every route starts with English. The score you need depends on your regulator.
| Regulator | OET | IELTS Academic |
|---|---|---|
| AustraliaMedical Board of Australia | 350 Listening and Writing, 360 Reading and Speaking | 7 overall, with 6.5 or more in Writing and 7 in the rest |
| United StatesECFMG | 350 Listening, Reading and Speaking, 300 Writing (OET Medicine) | Not accepted |
| United KingdomGMC | Grade B in each sub-test (OET Medicine) | 7.5 overall, 7.0 in each |
Requirements change. Confirm the current score with your regulator before you book a test.
What OET score does ECFMG need?
OET Medicine with 350 in Listening, Reading and Speaking and 300 in Writing, all in one sitting. For the 2026 Pathways, ECFMG accepts tests taken on or after 1 January 2024.
What OET score does Australia need?
For tests taken from 23 April 2026, the Medical Board of Australia asks for 350 in Listening and Writing and 360 in Reading and Speaking. Results count for two years before you apply.
What OET score does the GMC need?
Grade B in each sub-test of OET Medicine, all from your most recent sitting. The certificate is valid for two years.
Is IELTS General Training accepted?
No. The GMC and the Medical Board of Australia ask for IELTS Academic.
Can I use IELTS for ECFMG certification?
No. ECFMG certification requires OET Medicine.
Can I combine two IELTS results for Australia?
The Medical Board of Australia accepts results from one sitting or from two sittings within 12 months, as long as each sitting reaches 7 overall and no module falls below 6.5.
Often taken together
Join the next batch
Tell us your exam and your target date. We will reserve your seat in the December 2026 batch and send you the payment link.