University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for Lund University?

Lund University's degree programmes require English at least at the level of the Swedish course English 6. University Admissions in Sweden sets that at PTE Academic 62 with writing 61, and English 7 at 68 with writing 61. Some programmes set their own figure: the master's in Language and Linguistics, English, asks for PTE Academic 76.
  • Guide updated · 2 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026

Lund PTE minimums by programme

From Lund's English requirements page, the English Language and Linguistics master's page, and the University Admissions English requirements page that sets the national PTE figures.

Programme or bandPTE overallMinimum per skill
Programmes at English 6 (the Lund minimum)62Writing 61
Programmes at English 768Writing 61
MA Language and Linguistics, English76None stated

Test rules and how to send your score

Both University Admissions and the linguistics programme page accept PTE Academic Online alongside the test-centre PTE Academic. University Admissions asks you to upload a copy of your score report and assign your result to "University Admissions in Sweden" in your PTE account so it can be verified online. PTE Core is not mentioned.

For English 6, University Admissions asks IELTS 6.5 with no section below 5.5. For the linguistics master's, Lund asks IELTS 7.5 with normally no component under 7.0, so PTE 76 sits alongside a much higher IELTS bar.

Pearson has discontinued PTE Academic Online for new bookings, so plan on a test-centre PTE Academic sitting even where this page still lists the online version. See can you take PTE at home.

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If you fall short

Lund's English requirements page explains that you can also meet English 6 through upper secondary or previous university studies, depending on your country. Native speakers with a high school diploma from the UK, Ireland, USA, Canada, Australia or New Zealand are exempt from the linguistics master's test requirement. No pre-sessional route is described.

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

Frequently asked questions

What PTE score does Lund University need?+

At least PTE Academic 62 with writing 61 for English 6. Some programmes ask more.

Does Lund accept PTE Academic Online?+

Yes. University Admissions and the programme page read both accept PTE Academic Online.

Which Lund programme asks PTE 76?+

The master's in Language and Linguistics, English.

How is my PTE verified for Lund?+

Assign your result to University Admissions in Sweden in your PTE account and upload the score report.

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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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