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

The scores you need

OET and IELTS Academic

Almost every route starts with English. The score you need depends on your regulator.

English test scores each regulator asks for
RegulatorOETIELTS Academic
AustraliaMedical Board of Australia350 Listening and Writing, 360 Reading and Speaking7 overall, with 6.5 or more in Writing and 7 in the rest
United StatesECFMG350 Listening, Reading and Speaking, 300 Writing (OET Medicine)Not accepted
United KingdomGMCGrade 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.

Questions about OET & IELTS

Not answered here? Ask the advisor or message the team.

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.

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