University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for Edge Hill University?

Edge Hill University asks for PTE Academic UKVI with 59 overall and no element below 59 for undergraduate courses, 61 with no element below 59 for taught postgraduate courses, and 76 with no element below 76 for research degrees. Pearson SELTs are valid for two years after the test date. Pre-sessional entry starts at 56 with 51 for undergraduates.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

Edge Hill PTE minimums by level

From Edge Hill's English language requirements page. PTE appears as 'PTE Academic (UKVI Approved Test)'.

Programme typePTE overallMinimum per element
Undergraduate5959
Taught postgraduate (PGT)6159
Postgraduate research (PGR)7676
Pre-sessional before undergraduate5651
Pre-sessional before PGT5959
Pre-sessional before PGR6159

PTE rules at Edge Hill

Edge Hill lists only the UKVI-approved PTE Academic, so book PTE Academic UKVI. Your certificate must be in date: the page says IELTS, Pearson and Trinity ISE SELTs are only valid for two years after the test date. It also notes that SELT grades do not meet GCSE English requirements.

Against IELTS, undergraduate entry is 6.0 with no element below 5.5, taught postgraduate 6.5 with no element below 6.0, and research 7.0 with no element below 6.5.

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If your PTE score falls short

Edge Hill's pre-sessional entry is set half a band below the degree level in IELTS terms; the PTE UKVI entry points are in the table above. Degrees taught and assessed in English in non-majority English-speaking countries, no more than ten years old, may also be accepted, subject to evidence.

For the Student visa itself, gov.uk asks for English equivalent to CEFR B2 at degree level or above and B1 below degree level, and says a university can assess degree-level applicants' English itself. Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Edge Hill programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.

Frequently asked questions

What PTE score does Edge Hill need?+

59 with no element below 59 for undergraduate courses and 61 with no element below 59 for taught master's.

Which PTE version does Edge Hill accept?+

PTE Academic UKVI, listed as a UKVI-approved test.

How long is PTE valid for Edge Hill?+

Two years after the test date.

What PTE do I need for an Edge Hill PhD?+

76 with no element below 76.

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Guide updated on 31 October 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.

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