University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for Ghent University?

Most of Ghent University's English-taught master's programmes require English at B2, and the university accepts PTE Academic scores of 59 up to and including 75 as B2. Programmes that ask for C1 need 76 to 84, and C2 needs 85 or more. At B2 the IELTS route is 6.0. No per-skill PTE minimum is stated. All bachelor's programmes are taught in Dutch.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026

Ghent University PTE scores by level

From the language proficiency page. The language requirements overview says B2 English is required for most English-taught master's.

Programme or bandPTE overallMinimum per skillIELTS at the same level
B2 (most English-taught master's)59 to 75None stated6.0
C1 (programmes with specific requirements)76 to 84None stated7.0
C285 and upNone stated7.5

Test rules and how to send your score

Any proof of English must be valid on enrolment. The validity date on a certificate cannot be exceeded; if no date is shown, the certificate can be no older than four academic years, counting from the academic year after it was obtained. The page does not mention PTE Academic Online or PTE Core and gives no Pearson code. The institution code it gives (2643) is for TOEFL only.

Postgraduate courses and doctoral training default to B2 English unless specific requirements are listed. Erasmus Mundus programmes set their own rules.

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If you fall short

Ghent lists other B2 proofs, such as a B2 certificate from a university language centre or the Ghent University Language Centre's own final test certificates. In some cases you may be exempt from the language requirement. No pre-sessional route with a PTE entry point is described.

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

Frequently asked questions

What PTE score does Ghent University need?+

59 to 75 for B2, which most English-taught master's require.

What PTE score is C1 at Ghent?+

76 to 84.

How long is a PTE score valid for Ghent?+

It must be valid on enrolment; without a date, no older than four academic years.

What is the IELTS equivalent of B2 at Ghent?+

IELTS 6.0 overall.

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Guide updated on 2 November 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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