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Start your learning journey

The first step to enroll at AUSTRALIAN CENTRES FOR DEVELOPMENT (ACD) is to take the ACD Placement Test. The results of the test help us assess your English proficiency and place you in the class that best matches your level. This ensures you study with classmates of a similar ability, creating a more effective learning environment.

How to enrol

  1. Contact your campus

    Choose Battambang, Serey Sophorn or Poipet and confirm a placement-test time.

  2. Take the placement test

    Allow 45–70 minutes. Bring one accepted identification document and the USD 5 test fee.

  3. Choose your class and enrol

    The results help the team recommend a suitable level. Confirm the class schedule and tuition before enrolling. The USD 5 placement-test fee is refunded when you enrol in an ACD English program.

Before your placement test

The placement test takes approximately 45–70 minutes.

Required Documents

Please bring one of the following:

  • National ID Card
  • Birth Certificate
  • Family Book
  • Driving License
  • Passport

Placement Test Fee

USD 5

The placement test fee is USD 5. If you enroll in an ACD English program after taking the placement test, the USD 5 placement test fee will be refunded.

These requirements and fees apply at all three campuses.

Placement tests at Battambang

Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM and 1:30 PM–6:00 PM. Saturday–Sunday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM.

Placement tests at Serey Sophorn

Monday–Friday: 7:30 AM–10:00 AM and 1:30 PM–6:00 PM. Saturday–Sunday: 9:30 AM–3:00 PM.

Placement tests at Poipet

Monday–Friday: 7:30 AM–10:00 AM and 1:30 PM–6:00 PM. Saturday–Sunday: 9:30 AM–3:00 PM.

The placement-test schedule starts before the published 8:30 AM weekday office opening time. Please call the Poipet team to confirm your appointment before visiting.

Scholarships at ACD

ACD offers 50% scholarships to eligible students in the following groups:

  • Government employees
  • Bank employees
  • Buddhist monks

Please contact our admissions office for more information about eligibility and the application process.

ACD English Programs

  • English for Kids Program
  • Children Program (6–8 years)
  • Children Program (8–11 years)
  • Young Learners Program (12–15 years)
  • General English Program (GEP)
  • Intensive English Program (IEP)
  • IELTS Preparation Course

Start your English learning journey with ACD today by taking the placement test and joining the class that best suits your English level.

To enroll, please visit any of our three campuses:

  • ACD Battambang Campus – Battambang City, Battambang Province
  • ACD Serey Sophorn Campus – Serey Sophorn Town, Banteay Meanchey Province
  • ACD Poipet Campus – Poipet Town, Banteay Meanchey Province

Placement tests and scholarships

How long is the placement test?

Approximately 45–70 minutes. The result helps us place you with learners of a similar English level.

What should I bring?

Bring one of these documents: national ID card, birth certificate, family book, driving licence or passport.

How much does the placement test cost?

The placement-test fee is USD 5. It is refunded if you enrol in an ACD English program after taking the test. Contact admissions to confirm the current arrangements.

Are scholarships available?

ACD offers 50% scholarships to eligible government employees, bank employees and Buddhist monks. Contact admissions for eligibility, required evidence, applicable programs and the application process.