English Entry Test (EET)
Applicants may fulfill AIT’s English proficiency requirement by taking the English Entry Test (EET) or by submitting official scores from recognized English tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE Academic, in accordance with AIT’s English proficiency requirements.
The English Entry Test (EET) is an in-house examination administered by the Language Center. It is standardized by the Language Center and scored on a 0–9 scale. The test is designed to evaluate academic writing skills essential for postgraduate study.
The EET is available exclusively to AIT applicants. Test results are not valid for current AIT students.
You will be required to write a well-structured academic essay in response to a general topic. This task is designed to assess your ability to develop and organize ideas clearly, support your arguments effectively, and use appropriate academic language, all within a limited time frame.
Format: Write an academic essay
Topic: A general academic topic (provided on exam day)
Recommended Length: The essay should be approximately 500 words; however, the quality and relevance of the content are more important than the exact word count.
Duration: 60 minutes
Platform: Paper-based exam
Writing Requirements: You may use a pen or pencil for the exam.
Venue: AIT Language Center, Room 216, Second Floor, AIT Main Campus
Writing Materials: Pencils and erasers are available for purchase at the exam venue if needed.
Understanding Academic Essay Structure
- UNC Chapel Hill Writing Center – “Introductions”
https://writingcenter.unc.edu/tips-and-tools/introductions/
➤ Clear explanation of what an introduction needs, including how to write a hook, provide background, and present a thesis. - UNC Chapel Hill – “Argument”
https://writingcenter.unc.edu/tips-and-tools/argument/
➤ Great resource for understanding how to make and support arguments in an academic essay. - Purdue OWL – “Essay Writing”
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/essay_writing/index.html
➤ Step-by-step guide to planning, organizing, and writing essays in formal academic English.
- Writing and Practice Tools for ESL Learners
- British Council – Academic Essay Practice
https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/writing/b2-writing/opinion-essay
➤ A clear model of a short academic essay with step-by-step activities for ESL students. - Write & Improve (Cambridge)
https://writeandimprove.com/
➤ Students submit writing and receive automated feedback on grammar, vocabulary, and organization.
- Sample Essays and Models
- University of Manchester Academic Phrasebank
https://www.phrasebank.manchester.ac.uk/
➤ A rich collection of academic phrases and sentence starters to help structure essays clearly and formally. - Purdue OWL – “Argumentative Essays”
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/academic_writing/essay_writing/argumentative_essays.html
➤ Includes outlines, examples, and transitions to help students write strong argumentative essays.
- Vocabulary and Sentence Structure
- Academic Word List Practice (Vocabulary Exercises)
https://www.englishvocabularyexercises.com/AWL/index.htm
➤ Interactive vocabulary practice based on high-frequency academic words. - Oxford Learner’s Dictionary – Academic Word List
https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/wordlist/academic/
➤ Clear definitions and examples of common academic vocabulary. - Transitional Words and Phrases – University of North Carolina
https://writingcenter.unc.edu/tips-and-tools/transitions/
➤ Helpful for building cohesion in essays — with examples of how to link ideas clearly.
- Writing Support Videos
- University of Sydney – “How to Write a Paragraph” (YouTube)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XA-joXQKyXE
➤ Short academic video showing how to structure clear body paragraphs with evidence and explanation.
- Ashford University – Essay Structure Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3TADeQI-XI0
➤ Simple, friendly breakdown of the key components of an academic essay.
Need Assistance? We’re Here to Help.
If you have questions or need support, reach out to us at:
- Email: lctesting@ait.asia
- Phone: 02-524-6623 or 6624
- Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30-11:00AM and 1:00-3:30PM
- Office: Room 216, 2nd Floor, Language Center, AIT main campus
Register for EET | Pay, Sign Up, and Go!
2026 New Price
Early Bird: THB 1,200
Late Registration: THB 1,500
Click to see payment method
The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Wait for Comfirmation Email
A confirmation email will be sent within 4 days after payment verification.
If you do not receive it, please contact the Language Center for assistance.
EET Result
Your writing score will be sent as a PDF certificate to you and the Admissions Office within 7 days.
No physical copy will be issued.
The score is valid for 2 years from the exam date.
Urgent requests for the onsite EET may be accepted. To submit an urgent request, please email LCtesting@ait.asia with the subject line “Urgent Request” and attach the following documents:
Proof of payment (THB 1,500)
A scanned copy of your passport/Thai ID card
