If you apply to an English-taught 2-year MSc degree (laurea magistrale) at Università Cattolica you must provide proof of English proficiency. You can do this by submitting one of the approved language certificates listed below. The certificate must be dated January 1, 2024 or later. 

 

Which English Language Certificates are accepted? 

 

Certificate	Test Provider	Minimum Score	CEFR Level
Academic IELTS (UKVI + one-skill retake accepted)	Cambridge	6.0	B2
TOEFL iBT (Home Edition accepted. "My Best Scores" not accepted)	ETS – Code 2605	84	B2
Cambridge English: First (FCE)	Cambridge	173	B2-C1
Cambridge English: Advanced, Proficiency	Cambridge	n/a	B2-C2
PTE Academic	Pearson	46	B2
Oxford Test of English Advanced	University of Oxford	B2	B1-C1

 

 

Are there any programmes that require higher scores?

Yes. Some 2-year graduate programmes require higher scores:

Certificate	The Arts and Industry of Narration	Banking and Finance	Global Business Management
IELTS	7.0	6.5	6.5
TOEFL iBT (Code 2025)	95	84	85
Cambridge English (FCE, CAE, CPE)	180	173	180
Cambridge Business (BEC Vantage / Higher)	180	173	180
CEFR level	C1	B2	B2

 

When do I submit my English certificate?  

You must upload your certificate at the time of the application. If your result is missing or does not meet the requirement, your application will be rejected. No second evaluation is possible. 

 

Are there any exemptions?

 

1. Automatic exemption

1.a You do not need to submit a language test if you studies in Australia, Canada (except Quebec), Ireland, Malta, New Zealand, South Africa, the UK, or the USA

1.b  If you completed a full degree taught in English in an EU country or associated States, you must upload an official statement confirming that the degree was taught in English.

 

2. Conditional exemption

If you completed a full degree taught in English in a non-EU country, you must upload an official statement from your university confirming English was the language of instruction.

However:

1. If you are a non-EU student who needs to apply for a study visa in Iran, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, or Nepal, the language certificate is compulsory since embassies require it for visa purposes. 
    
2. If your degree was awarded before January 2024, the university may request an accepted English certificate. 

 

FAQs 

Can I apply if I don’t have the English certificate yet? 
No. You must have the certificate when you submit your application. 

What if I submit the wrong test or a low score? 
Your application will be considered unsuccessful and cannot be reviewed again.