Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Middlesex PTE minimums by programme type
From Middlesex University's English language requirements for international students.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (apart from exceptional programmes) | 59 | 59 in all components |
| Business and Law postgraduate programmes | 59 | 59 in all components |
| Postgraduate courses and Veterinary Nursing BSc | 59 | 59 in all components |
| Exceptions (for example Nursing, Midwifery, Social Work) | 59 | 59 in all components |
Test rules and how PTE compares with IELTS at Middlesex
The page says accepted validity is two years from the exam date. It does not say whether PTE Academic Online is accepted and gives no Pearson institution code, so confirm both with admissions. Pearson Versant is a separate test that the page says is not accepted for Student visa applicants.
IELTS on the same table rises by column: 6.0 (5.5 each) for undergraduates, 6.0 with 6.0 in reading and writing for Business and Law postgraduates, 6.5 (6.0 each) for other postgraduates, and 7.0 for the exceptions. The PTE row does not change, so check your course page if your IELTS column is a higher one.
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If your PTE score falls short
Middlesex runs its own Internal English Test and accepts BALEAP-accredited pre-sessional English programmes. The page also says programmes with professional registration requirements may exceed the University's levels.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Middlesex programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE does Middlesex University need?+
59 overall with 59 in all components, as listed for every programme column.
How long is PTE valid for Middlesex?+
Two years from the exam date.
Does Middlesex accept PTE Academic Online?+
The page does not say. Ask admissions before booking.
Does Middlesex accept Pearson Versant?+
Only for applicants who do not need a Student visa; it is not accepted for Student visa applicants.
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