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English medium instruction
Study in English. Graduate fluent in it.
Every Global Academy course is taught and assessed in English, with English proficiency progress tracking and support classes throughout your degree, led by specialist English Language teachers.
100%
Free
optional Pearson Versant English Placement Test as part of your application
IELTS 5.0
minimum or equivalent to start your degree
IELTS 6.0
minimum or equivalent for Part B. Some partners require 6.5
Your English pathway
From application to Part B, step by step
1
Apply
Don’t have an English language test score? Take the free Pearson Versant test as part of your application.
2
Part A · Years 1–2
English proficiency courses and support classes run alongside your academic courses, matched to your level.
3
Check your progress
4
Reach IELTS 6.0
Meet the English requirement to progress to Part B. Some partners require minimum IELTS 6.5.
Support all the way through your degree
Regular English checks
Extra support when you need it
Specialist IELTS trainers
English proficiency courses and support classes are delivered by specialist English Lanuage teachers who strengthen your academic communication skills.
Strong English already?
The Global Academy difference
An English-speaking environment, on and off campus
- Classes tailored to your English level and your chosen major
- A global academic and administrative support team
- Professional mentors and networking events
Each individual student will have classes tailored to their English proficiency and their chosen major to study. As a student, I really like that flexibility.
Kaung San · Computer Science
English requirements at a glance
Minimum IELTS 5.0 or equivalent (such as TOEFL or Duolingo).
Take the free Pearson Versant Enlgihs Placement Test as part of your application.
Minimum IELTS 6.0 (in all sub skills) or equivalent for LTU. Other partner universities require minimum IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in all sub skills).
Your chosen partner may set its own additional English requirements. Check their website.
Common questions about English
Yes. All learning, teaching and assessment at Global Academy is in English.
You need IELTS 5.0 or an equivalent recognised English test to start. If you do not have one, you can take the free Pearson Versant test as part of your application.
An English placement test we offer free of charge during the application process, so we can place you in the right level of English support.
Contact the Admissions Team to discuss your options, including an English preparation program before you apply.
Yes. English proficiency courses and support classes run throughout your degree, tailored to your level and your major. Strong English speakers can replace English classes with Thai language classes.
You’ll need to demonstrate minimum IELTS 6.0 to progress to Part B with LTU. Other partner universities require minimum IELTS 6.5, so check your chosen partner.
No, this is an integral part of the Global Academy study experience, and already included within the tuition fees.
Specialist English Language teachers deliver all English proficiency courses and support classes.