Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
MMU PTE minimums by programme level
From MMU's English Requirement for International Students document. PTE figures are read across from the programme's IELTS level using the document's own equivalency table.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation programmes (IELTS 4.0) | 36 | None stated |
| Diplomas at IELTS 4.5 (e.g. Information Technology) | 43 | None stated |
| Diplomas and most engineering, computing and IT bachelor's degrees at IELTS 5.0 | 47 | None stated |
| Multimedia, business and management bachelor's degrees at IELTS 5.5 | 51 | None stated |
| Bachelor of Financial Engineering, Bachelor in Finance (IELTS 6.0) | 59 | None stated |
Test rules and how PTE compares with IELTS at MMU
The table lists "PTE Academic/PTE Academic (online)" in one row, so the online version is accepted on the same scale. It says international students may use only English qualifications listed and approved by the Jabatan Pendidikan Tinggi (JPT). It does not mention PTE Core, a validity period for test scores or a way to send them.
The full PTE row runs 36, 43, 47, 51, 59 and 63, matching IELTS 4.0, 4.5, 5.0, 5.5, 6.0 and 6.5 and CEFR low B1 to high B2. On the same table TOEFL iBT runs from 30-31 to 79.
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
MMU issues a conditional offer letter to students who meet the academic requirements but not the English one. They then take the MMU English Proficiency Programme (EPP) to prepare for IELTS and must reach the required score within two years before starting their programme.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your MMU programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does Multimedia University need?+
It depends on the programme's IELTS level: 36 for foundation, 43 or 47 for diplomas, and 47, 51 or 59 for bachelor's degrees.
Does MMU accept PTE Academic Online?+
Yes. The table lists PTE Academic and PTE Academic (online) together.
What if my PTE is below MMU's level?+
You can get a conditional offer and take MMU's English Proficiency Programme, then reach the score within two years.
What PTE matches IELTS 5.5 at MMU?+
PTE Academic 51, per MMU's equivalency table.
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