BROWNS Online Placement Test (BOPT)

Find your level. Plan your future. Start with confidence.

Our free online English test helps you understand your current level, set clear goals, and take the next step towards studying in Australia.

Quick, accurate, and easy to complete, our tests are designed by English language experts and trusted by thousands of international students every year.

Process

If you want to check your current English level, or if BROWNS has asked you to complete the BOPT as part of your enrolment, simply follow the steps below.

1

Create

Log in to myBROWNS: https://my.browns.edu.au. If you don’t have an account yet, create one first.
2

Navigate

From the menu, select “Online Tests”, then click “My Tests”.
3

Start

When you are ready to begin, select BOPT (BROWNS Online Placement Test) and click “Start Test”.
4

Complete

After finishing the test, we will let you know when your results are ready (usually take less than a minute).

What you need to know before taking the test:

  • You have only one attempt.
  • Make sure you have a stable internet connection.
  • You have 45 minutes to complete the test.
  • It must be completed in one sitting (you can’t save and finish later).
  • The test should be completed independently, without help or translation tools (you will be re-tested on your first day).
  • Don’t worry — the test is designed to help us place you in the right level, not to pass or fail you.

BOPT Benefits

Responsive

You can take the test from a tablet or mobile device. This means anywhere, anytime.

Three Sections

The BOPT has three sections: Grammar, Vocabulary and Reading. The speaking and writing component will be completed on your first day at BROWNS.

Results in Real-Time

Get your level straight away after finishing the test.

Convenient

You don’t need to wait for BROWNS to set up the test for you. You have full control of the process.

FAQ’s

What should I do if my internet connection fails while I am taking the test?

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