LanguageCert Academic Score Chart 2026 | CEFR Levels, IELTS Comparison & Australian Visa Requirements

Understanding your LanguageCert Academic score is essential for knowing whether you meet your target requirements. This comprehensive LanguageCert Academic score chart breaks down everything test takers need to know. Whether you are applying for Australian PR, university admission requirements, or professional registration, this guide explains exactly how scores work, what they mean, and what you need to achieve.

LanguageCert Academic (also known as LanguageCert Academic SELT) is part of the LanguageCert International ESOL exam family. As a multilevel test accepted for UK visa and Australian immigration purposes, your test score determines your English proficiency level. This guide is based on the official LanguageCert Academic Test Scores Guide published by PeopleCert, covering everything from CEFR alignment to Australian immigration requirements.

The LanguageCert Global Scale (0-100)

LanguageCert Academic scores are reported on the LanguageCert Global Scale, which measures candidate performance from 0 to 100. Whether you take your LanguageCert test at a test centre or via online exam with remote proctoring, your results use this same scale. This scale is aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), the international standard for describing language ability used across English language tests worldwide.

Your Test Report provides:

• Individual skill scores for Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking
• Overall score (average of all four skills)
• Corresponding CEFR level
• Personalised performance feedback for Writing and Speaking

The alignment between LanguageCert scores and CEFR levels has been independently verified by Ecctis, a leading global provider of qualification and skills recognition services. This verification means your LanguageCert exam results are trusted by higher education institutions and immigration authorities worldwide.

CEFR Level to Score Mapping

Here is how LanguageCert Academic scores map to CEFR levels:

LanguageCert Academic is designed to assess and report proficiency from B1 to C2. If you score below 40 on any section, that section is recorded as “Below B1”.

What Each Level Means

C2 (90-100) - Mastery:

• Can understand with ease virtually all forms of written and spoken language
• Can express themselves spontaneously, very fluently and precisely
• Can differentiate finer shades of meaning even in complex situations

C1 (75-89) - Advanced:

• Can understand extended speech and complex texts
• Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects
• Can express themselves fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching

B2 (60-74) - Upper Intermediate:

• Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics
• Can interact with a degree of fluency that makes regular interaction possible
• Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects

B1 (40-59) - Intermediate:

• Can understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters
• Can deal with most situations likely to arise while travelling
• Can produce simple connected text on familiar topics

LanguageCert to IELTS Score Comparison

If you are familiar with IELTS test results or have taken other English tests like PTE Academic (Pearson test), this official linking table helps you understand LanguageCert equivalents. Unlike the Occupational English Test (OET) which focuses on healthcare, LanguageCert Academic covers general academic subjects and academic texts. This linking is based on:

1. The mapping of LanguageCert Academic score thresholds to CEFR levels (verified by Ecctis)
2. The concordance study conducted by LanguageCert and CRELLA (Centre for Research in English Language Learning and Assessment)
3. UK Visa and Immigration established thresholds for CEFR-aligned English language ability

Correlation Evidence

From 2022 to 2024, LanguageCert conducted a comprehensive concordance study comparing LanguageCert Academic and IELTS Academic. The study was designed and conducted by the LanguageCert Research Team and CRELLA, and verified by an External Validation Panel of leading academics from Australia, Canada, UK, and the USA.

Correlations Between LanguageCert Academic and IELTS Academic:

Note: All correlations were statistically significant at the p < .001 level. Sample size = 1008.

The strong correlation for Overall performance (r=.87) indicates the two tests measure similar underlying abilities. This means doing well on LanguageCert Academic would translate to doing well on IELTS Academic, and vice versa.

Australian Immigration Score Requirements

For Australian visa applications, the Department of Home Affairs requires specific LanguageCert Academic scores for each English proficiency level. These section-by-section requirements differ from the uniform band scores used in IELTS.

Score Requirements by Level

Important: You must meet the minimum score in all four sections to achieve a level. Missing the threshold in even one section means you do not qualify for that level.

Understanding the Point Differences

Notice that Writing and Speaking require higher scores than Listening and Reading at each level. For Superior level (20 points), you need 89 in both Writing and Speaking but only 80 in Listening and 83 in Reading. This reflects the higher difficulty of productive skills assessment.

Pro Tip: Many candidates find Speaking to be the deciding factor. At Competent level, Speaking requires 70 while Listening only requires 57. Focus your preparation accordingly.

How Scores Are Calculated

Each section of LanguageCert Academic is scored differently based on the task types and assessment method. The exam consists of both written exam components (Listening, Reading, Writing) and a spoken exam (Speaking via live video call). Understanding how each section contributes to your overall score helps test takers prepare effectively.

Listening and Reading (Computer-Marked)

Both Listening and Reading have 30 questions worth 1 raw mark each. Raw scores are converted to the 0-100 scaled score using statistical equating.

Listening Section:

• Part 1: 7 questions (short dialogues)
• Part 2: 10 questions (academic conversations)
• Part 3: 7 questions (lecture note-taking)
• Part 4: 6 questions (group discussion)

Reading Section:

• Part 1a: 6 questions (vocabulary in context)
• Part 1b: 5 questions (grammar gap-fill)
• Part 2: 6 questions (sentence matching)
• Part 3: 7 questions (multiple texts matching)
• Part 4: 6 questions (long text comprehension)

Writing (Human-Marked)

Writing is assessed by trained human examiners using four criteria for each task:

Each criterion is scored 0-8 marks per task. Task 1 (Report) accounts for 40% and Task 2 (Essay) accounts for 60% of your total Writing score.

Speaking (Human-Marked)

Speaking is assessed live by an interlocutor via video call, with a second examiner reviewing the recording. Five criteria are used:

Each criterion is scored 0-8. With Task Fulfilment double-weighted, the maximum raw score is 48 marks (16 + 8 + 8 + 8 + 8).

Key Insight: Task Fulfilment is double-weighted because communicating effectively is the primary purpose of speaking. You can have perfect grammar but still score poorly if you don’t complete the task appropriately.

How It All Connects

Reading Your Score Report

Your LanguageCert Academic Test Report includes:

Section Scores

Each of the four skills (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) receives a score on the 0-100 scale, along with the corresponding CEFR level.

Overall Score

Your overall score is calculated as the average of your four section scores. The overall CEFR level is determined by this overall score.

Performance Feedback

Unlike many other tests, LanguageCert Academic provides personalised performance feedback for Writing and Speaking. This feedback gives you insights into your strengths and areas for improvement, which is particularly helpful if you need to retake the test.

Results Timeline

• Official results: Available within 5 working days
• Digital certificate: Accessible through your LanguageCert account upon passing
• Score report: Can be sent to unlimited institutions at no additional cost

Score Validity

Although LanguageCert Academic test scores technically do not expire, language proficiency test practices suggest a validity period of two years. Institutions and immigration authorities are free to set their own policies regarding score validity.

For Australian immigration, the Department of Home Affairs follows the two-year industry standard. Your test date (not results date) is the reference point for validity.

Score Requirements for Common Goals

Unlike LanguageCert General exams, LanguageCert Academic is specifically designed for academic purposes and visa applications. Here are the English language requirements you need to meet for different goals.

Australian Skilled Migration (189, 190, 491)

University Admission

For student visa (subclass 500) applications and university admission requirements, most Australian institutions accept LanguageCert Academic scores. The detailed information below shows typical requirements:

• Undergraduate: B2 level (60-74) minimum
• Postgraduate: C1 level (75-89) often required
• Doctoral: C1-C2 level (75+) typically required

Each campus may have different requirements, so check the specific institution’s English language requirements before applying. London campus universities and Australian institutions may vary in their admission requirements.

Professional Registration

Healthcare and other regulated professions often require:

• Nursing (AHPRA): Check current LanguageCert acceptance
• Engineering: Typically Proficient level equivalent
• Teaching: Requirements vary by state

How Marvel Edu Helps with Score Preparation

Struggling to hit your target scores? Marvel Edu’s LanguageCert preparation platform offers:

Our score estimates align with the official CEFR thresholds, so you know when you are ready for the real test.

Quick Reference

Test Your Knowledge

Quick Review

Final Checklist: Understanding Your Score

Before you book your test or receive your results:

Know your target:

[ ] Identified which level you need (Competent/Proficient/Superior)

[ ] Noted the exact score required for each section

[ ] Understood that all four sections must meet the threshold

Understand the scoring:

[ ] Know how raw marks convert to scaled scores

[ ] Understand the CEFR level boundaries

[ ] Recognise that Writing and Speaking are human-marked

Plan for results:

[ ] Results available within 5 working days

[ ] Personalised feedback provided for Writing and Speaking

[ ] Scores valid for 2 years (industry standard)

Official Resources

• LanguageCert Academic Test Scores Guide (PDF) - Official scoring documentation
• LanguageCert Results Portal - Access your scores
• Australian Home Affairs - Visa English requirements
• LanguageCert Recognition - Institutions accepting LanguageCert