Assessment will be based on research assignments, presentations, and an end of course examination. A student must achieve a score of at least 60% to successfully pass the ANU Access English Preparation course to enter ANU Access English; no additional IELTS or TOEFL test is required.

If a student achieves less than 60% they then have the option of sitting an IELTS or TOEFL test to meet the ANU Access English language entry requirements; however, students should be aware that this may result in them deferring their entry into the ANU Access English course at ANU College.