Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
NUMed PTE minimums by programme
From NUMed's English language requirements page, which lists each test as an equivalent of IELTS 7.0 (MBBS) or IELTS 6.5 (BMS, SES, BDS).
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) | 69 | None stated |
| Biomedical Sciences, Sport and Exercise Science, BDS | 62 | None stated |
Test rules and how PTE compares with IELTS at NUMed
The page names the test as the Pearson Test of English Academic. It does not say whether PTE Academic Online or PTE Core is accepted, how old a score may be, or how to send it, and it sets no per-skill PTE minimum. Ask NUMed admissions before you book if any of these matter to you.
On the same page, PTE 69 sits beside IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 100 (or 5.0 for tests from 21 January 2026) and Cambridge CAE or CPE 185. PTE 62 sits beside IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90 (or 4.5) and Cambridge 176.
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If you fall short
The page says an English test is mandatory for all international undergraduates and does not describe a conditional offer or pre-sessional route with a PTE entry point. The 62 level for the non-medical degrees is the lower bar on this page.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your NUMed programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score do I need for MBBS at NUMed?+
PTE Academic 69, the page's equivalent of IELTS 7.0.
What PTE score do other NUMed degrees need?+
62 for Biomedical Sciences, Sport and Exercise Science and BDS.
Is there a per-skill PTE minimum at NUMed?+
The page sets only the overall score.
Is an English test optional at NUMed?+
No. The page says it is mandatory for all international undergraduate students.
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Guide updated on 2 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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