What are the English language test requirements like IELTS or GMAT for different universities and courses?

You are actually dealing with two completely different tests when a university lists both an English score and a GMAT or GRE score, so do not prepare for them the same way. Your target university's tier tells you almost everything about which numbers you need to hit.

Score Requirements By University Tier

What Each Test Actually Checks

• English tests confirm you can follow lectures and coursework; they are waived if your prior education was fully English medium
• GMAT and GRE measure analytical and quantitative readiness, mainly for business and graduate programs
• IELTS and TOEFL scores stay valid for 2 years; GMAT and GRE scores stay valid for 5 years
• GMAT/GRE waivers are commonly granted for strong GPAs, professional certifications, or significant work experience

My Advice

Check both requirements for your exact department and course before you start studying, since a law school, an MBA program, and an engineering department inside the same university can demand very different scores. If your GPA or work experience is strong, ask the admissions office directly about a GMAT or GRE waiver before you spend months preparing for a test you may not even need.