The MEME programme is an international programme that is given in English. Therefore an excellent command of the English language is a prerequisite for participation in the MEME programme.
In principle, all applicants must include a proof of proficiency in English with their application. Only applicants that meet either of the following requirements are exempt from proving proficiency in English:
- applicants that are a native English speaker and completed secondary education in any one of the following countries: Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, New Zealand, Australia
- applicants that have completed their bachelor education in any one of the following countries: Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, New Zealand, Australia
Please note: We make no further exceptions to these rules.
Each of the following is considered evidence of sufficient proficiency in English:
- an overall score of 6.5 or higher in the International English Language Testing System (Academic version)
- a score of at least 580 on the paper-based form of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
- a score of at least 237 on the computer-based form of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
- a score of at least 92 on the internet-based test of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
A copy of an authentic test certificate, no more than two years old, must be produced (after 2 years the tests are no longer valid!).
The tests can be taken in many locations worldwide. If you will not receive the certificate of your English proficiency test before the application deadline, please clearly indicate this on your application form. Also clearly indicate when you will be able the send the required documents.
For American English, the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is the standard. It comes in three forms: the conventional paper-based version, the computer-based version, and the internet-based version. The TOEFL code of the University of Groningen (coordinating institution of the MEME programme) is 7191.
For British English, the relevant test the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). IELTS uses a nine-point numerical grading.
