Is it necessary for my friend, who also applied for the same university and scholarship, to clear the Duolingo test in UK?

It depends. Whether your friend needs to clear the Duolingo English Test is based on the specific requirements of the university and scholarship program they are applying to.

- Some UK universities accept Duolingo scores, but this varies by program.
- Scholarships may have separate English language criteria, which could include Duolingo or other tests like IELTS or TOEFL.
- The UK Home Office typically requires a UKVI-approved Secure English Language Test (SELT) for the student visa, so even if Duolingo is accepted for admission, another test may be needed for the visa.