Newcastle's typical requirement and PTE equivalents
Newcastle's English language requirements page lists its typical requirement as IELTS 6.5 with 5.5 in each sub-skill. That applies to most undergraduate courses. Postgraduate requirements vary, so check the entry requirements on your course page. The page converts IELTS to PTE Academic and PTE Academic UKVI by overall score only; it does not give PTE sub-skill scores.
| IELTS on your course page | PTE Academic or PTE Academic UKVI |
|---|---|
| 5.5 | 59 (Newcastle calls this the UKVI minimum) |
| 6.0 | 65 |
| 6.5 | 70 |
| 7.0 | 76 |
Other accepted tests
Newcastle says the tests on this page are the only ones it accepts if you need a visa. These are the scores it lists for its typical requirement.
| Test | Typical score |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic or IELTS for UKVI | 6.5, 5.5 in each sub-skill |
| TOEFL iBT (before 21 January 2026) | 90 (R 18 · W 17 · L 17 · S 20) |
| TOEFL iBT (from 21 January 2026) | 4.5 (R 3.5 · W 3 · L 3 · S 3) |
| Duolingo English Test | 125, no subskill below 100 |
| Cambridge Advanced or Proficiency | 176, no sub-skill below 160 |
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Newcastle accepts IELTS taken within three years of the start of your course, and the result must be verifiable on the official website. It accepts IELTS One Skill Retakes for 2025 entry onwards. IELTS Online and PTE Academic Online are not mentioned on the page.
If you miss the requirement, Newcastle University International Study Centre runs English courses before your degree, and Newcastle offers free academic English classes during the year.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Newcastle programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
Does Newcastle University accept PTE?+
Yes, PTE Academic and PTE Academic UKVI. IELTS 6.5 equals PTE 70 and 7.0 equals 76; Newcastle's page does not give PTE sub-skill scores.
Does Newcastle accept IELTS One Skill Retake?+
Yes, for 2025 entry onwards.
Do I need IELTS for UKVI for Newcastle?+
No. Newcastle lists IELTS for UKVI (Academic) and IELTS (Academic) together at the same typical score.
What IELTS do I need for a master's at Newcastle?+
Postgraduate requirements vary by course. Newcastle's typical score is 6.5 with 5.5 in each sub-skill, and course pages list any higher overall or sub-skill score.
How long is IELTS valid for Newcastle?+
Three years before the start of your course, and the result must be verifiable on the official website.
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Verified against the linked official sources on 4 October 2026. Rules change: confirm on the official page before you book or apply.
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