Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
Middlesex TOEFL minimums by programme group
From Middlesex's English language requirements page, which lists approved tests by programme group, valid for two years from the exam date.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate programmes (standard) | 4 with 4 in all components | IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each component |
| Business and Law postgraduate programmes | 4 with 4 in all components | IELTS 6.0 with 6 in reading and writing |
| Other postgraduate courses and Veterinary Nursing BSc | 4.5 with 4 in all components | IELTS 6.5 with 6.0 in each component |
| BSc Nursing and Midwifery | 5.0 with 5.0 in all components | Exceptional programme |
| BSc Healthcare Science; Social Work BA, MA and PG Dip | 5.0 with 4.5 in all components | Exceptional programmes |
Middlesex TOEFL test rules
Middlesex accepts both online and paper-based TOEFL iBT exams, and says applicants may combine best scores from different tests taken within the last two years through TOEFL MyBest. Approved tests are valid for two years from the exam date. The page does not give an ETS institution code, and it gives TOEFL figures only on the 1 to 6 scale.
For comparison, the same page sets IELTS at 6.0 with 5.5 in each component for undergraduate programmes and 6.5 with 6.0 for most postgraduate courses.
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If your TOEFL score is below Middlesex's level
Middlesex lists its own MDX internal English test as an approved alternative, at 3.0 for undergraduate programmes and 3.5 for most postgraduate courses. Contact your Middlesex regional office about English preparation if your score is short.
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 TOEFL score does Middlesex need for undergraduates?+
4 overall with 4 in all components on the 1 to 6 scale.
Does Middlesex accept TOEFL MyBest?+
Yes. Applicants may combine best scores from tests taken within the last two years through MyBest.
Does Middlesex accept online TOEFL?+
Yes. Both online and paper-based TOEFL iBT exams are accepted.
What TOEFL score do Middlesex nursing courses need?+
BSc Nursing and Midwifery need 5.0 overall with 5.0 in all components.
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- Middlesex IELTS requirement
- Greenwich TOEFL requirement
- The new TOEFL 1 to 6 score scale
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