Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
La Trobe College Australia PTE minimums
From La Trobe College Australia's entry requirements page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation Studies | 39 | R 36, L 33, S 24, W 29 |
| Diplomas of Business, Business Analytics, Cybersecurity, IT | 39 | R 42, L 40, S 39, W 41 |
| Diplomas of Bioscience, Engineering, Health Sciences, Media and Communication, Psychology | 47 | R 48, L 47, S 54, W 51 |
Test rules and how PTE compares with IELTS
The page does not state a validity period for tests, a rule on PTE Academic Online, combining sittings or a Pearson institution code.
La Trobe College Australia'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 table sets IELTS 5.5 with no band below 5.0 for Foundation Studies, 5.5 with no band below 5.5 for the business and IT diplomas, and 6.0 with no band below 5.5 for the science, health and engineering diplomas.
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If your PTE score falls short
The college's own English for Further Studies course counts instead of a test: EFS 4B for Foundation Studies and the business and IT diplomas, and EFS 5B for the science, health and engineering diplomas. La Trobe University points students who need English training to these ELICOS programs.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your La Trobe College Australia programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does La Trobe College Australia need?+
39 for Foundation Studies and the business and IT diplomas, with set skill scores, and 47 for the science, health and engineering diplomas.
What PTE does the La Trobe College engineering diploma need?+
47 overall with reading 48, listening 47, speaking 54 and writing 51.
Can I take an English course instead of PTE?+
Yes. English for Further Studies at EFS 4B or 5B, depending on the program.
Does La Trobe College Australia accept PTE Academic Online?+
The page does not say. Confirm with the college before booking an online test.
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