Can I waive IELTS for Canada or Australia with MOI?
27 Aug 2026 · Answered by Thaiba Nazreen · 1 min read
It depends. Some universities in Canada may accept a Medium of Instruction (MOI) certificate as proof of English proficiency, but this varies by institution. Even if a university grants an MOI waiver, Canadian visa authorities typically require an approved English test like IELTS or TOEFL - so you may still need a test score for your student visa.
In Australia, MOI waivers are rare. Most universities and the Australian visa process require an official English test score.
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