University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for Edith Cowan College?

Edith Cowan College, the pathway into Edith Cowan University, asks for PTE Academic 42 with no score below 36 for its foundation and diploma programs. Stage 2 of the Post-Graduate Qualifying Program needs 52 with no score below 50. Foundation pathways to nursing, midwifery, occupational therapy, paramedical science, osteopathy and social work need 58 with no skill below 50.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

Edith Cowan College PTE minimums

From Edith Cowan College's English requirements page.

Programme or bandPTE overallMinimum per skill
Foundation and diploma programs42No score below 36
Post-Graduate Qualifying Program, Stage 252No score below 50
Foundation to nursing, midwifery, OT, paramedical science, osteopathy, social work58No skill below 50

Test rules and how PTE compares with IELTS

The page does not state a validity period, a rule on PTE Academic Online, combining sittings or a Pearson institution code. It accepts the Pearson Versant test at 50 (no skill below 46) for foundation and diploma entry, but only for selected countries.

Edith Cowan College's page does not list PTE Core. Pearson's PTE Core FAQ says PTE Core is initially only suitable for work and migration visa routes to Canada and that PTE Academic is the test accepted for university study.

For comparison, the same page sets IELTS 5.5 with no band below 5.0 for foundation and diplomas, 6.0 (6.0) for the Post-Graduate Qualifying Program, and 6.5 (6.0) for the health and social work foundation pathways. After the foundation, those students must then reach ECU's own higher English level, such as IELTS 7.0 for nursing.

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If your PTE score falls short

The page accepts English programs instead of a test: Navitas Academic English AE2 at 50% or Perth International College of English Level 6 for foundation and diplomas, and AE3 at 60% or PICE Level 7 for the Post-Graduate Qualifying Program.

Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Edith Cowan College programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.

Frequently asked questions

What PTE score does Edith Cowan College need?+

42 with no score below 36 for the foundation and diploma programs.

What PTE does the Edith Cowan College PQP need?+

Stage 2 of the Post-Graduate Qualifying Program needs 52 with no score below 50.

What PTE do I need for the nursing foundation pathway?+

58 with no communicative skill below 50, and then ECU's own nursing English level to progress.

Can I use an English course instead of PTE at Edith Cowan College?+

Yes. Navitas Academic English AE2 at 50% meets foundation and diploma entry.

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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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