One of the most common questions we get: "Can I study abroad without IELTS?" Sometimes yes — with a Medium of Instruction letter. But it is not universal. Here is exactly when each works.
IELTS/PTE/TOEFL are standardised English tests accepted almost everywhere; Germany commonly wants IELTS around 6.5. A Medium of Instruction (MOI) letter is a document from your college certifying that your degree was taught and examined in English — some universities accept it in place of a test.
A number of German and European universities accept an MOI letter for English-taught master\u2019s, especially if your entire degree was genuinely in English. This can save you the test — useful if your intake is close and you have no score yet.
Many top programs and most UK/US/Canada/Australia universities still require a test score. And even where MOI is accepted, a good IELTS score opens far more universities and strengthens scholarships and visa credibility. So MOI is a valid shortcut for some cases, not a universal replacement.
If you have time, book IELTS/PTE early — it maximises your options. If your intake is close and you have no score, we identify the specific MOI-accepting universities that fit your profile so you do not lose a year. The right answer depends on your exact universities and timeline — which is what the free assessment maps.
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Start my free assessment →At some universities, yes — with a genuine Medium of Instruction letter proving your degree was taught in English. But many programs still require a test, so it depends on your target universities.
Commonly around 6.5 overall for English-taught master\u2019s, though exact requirements vary by university and program. A stronger score opens more options.
Usually not — these destinations mostly require a standardised English test. MOI acceptance is more common in Germany and parts of Europe.
If you can, yes. A good IELTS score widens your university choices, strengthens scholarship and visa credibility, and rarely hurts. MOI is best as a time-saver when a test is not feasible before your intake.
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