University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for Middlesex University?

Middlesex University gives TOEFL iBT on the 1 to 6 scale. Undergraduate programmes and Business and Law postgraduate programmes need 4 overall with 4 in all components. Other postgraduate courses and Veterinary Nursing need 4.5 with 4. Nursing and Midwifery need 5.0 with 5.0. Middlesex accepts online TOEFL and lets you combine best scores through MyBest.
  • Guide updated · 1 November 2026
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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 programmeTOEFL iBT minimumNotes
Undergraduate programmes (standard)4 with 4 in all componentsIELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each component
Business and Law postgraduate programmes4 with 4 in all componentsIELTS 6.0 with 6 in reading and writing
Other postgraduate courses and Veterinary Nursing BSc4.5 with 4 in all componentsIELTS 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
BSc Nursing and Midwifery5.0 with 5.0 in all componentsExceptional programme
BSc Healthcare Science; Social Work BA, MA and PG Dip5.0 with 4.5 in all componentsExceptional 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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Guide updated on 1 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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