Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
Leibniz University Hannover TOEFL minimums
From the language certificates page, which gives two new-scale figures for each level, quoted here as written. The Computer Science master's page lists English C1 for the English-taught track.
| Level | TOEFL iBT or Home Edition | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| English B1 | 3.0 or 3.5 (previously at least 43) | IELTS 4.5 |
| English B2 | 4.0 or 4.5 (previously at least 72) | IELTS 5.5 |
| English C1 (e.g. Computer Science master's) | 5.0 or 5.5 (previously at least 95) | IELTS 7.0 |
| English Studies subject (Interdisciplinary Bachelor's, Technical Education) | 78 | Certificate no older than three years |
Test rules at Leibniz University Hannover
The university accepts the TOEFL iBT and Home Edition and asks you to use DI code 7122 for electronic transmission of scores. For English Studies, certificates may not be more than three years old when the programme begins.
On the same page, IELTS Academic (paper, digital or online) is at least 4.5 for B1, 5.5 for B2 and 7.0 for C1.
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If your TOEFL score falls short
For C1, the language page also lists the Leibniz Language Centre's Pathway to Master's among accepted proofs. For English Studies, exceptional cases may submit results by 30 September for the winter semester.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Leibniz University Hannover programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does Leibniz University Hannover need?+
It depends on the programme's level: B2 is 4.0 or 4.5 (previously 72) and C1 is 5.0 or 5.5 (previously 95).
What is Leibniz University Hannover's TOEFL DI code?+
7122.
Does Leibniz University Hannover accept the TOEFL Home Edition?+
Yes. The language page lists TOEFL iBT or Home Edition.
What TOEFL does the Computer Science master's need?+
The English-taught track asks for C1, which is 5.0 or 5.5 on the new scale, previously 95.
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