Ravensbourne's minimum scores
From the English requirements section of Ravensbourne's international students page. Unless stated otherwise, tests and qualifications must be dated within two years of your course start. TOEFL iBT must be taken in person at a test centre; the Home Edition is not accepted. Duolingo is not on the list. Ravensbourne may ask for more evidence if it has concerns about your English, and course pages can set their own levels.
| Test | Undergraduate | Postgraduate |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 5.5, 5.5 in each component | 6.0, 5.5 in each component |
| PTE Academic | 59, 59 in each component | 59, 59 in each component |
| TOEFL iBT (test centre only) | 72; R18 L17 S20 W17 | 72; R18 L17 S20 W17 |
| Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency | 162, 154 in each | 169, 162 in each |
| Ravensbourne English Language Test (Oxford ELLT) | 6, 5 in each | 7, 5 in each |
| LanguageCert International ESOL SELT B2 | High Pass | High Pass |
| Trinity ISE II (B2 SELT) | Pass in each component | Pass in each component |
| WAEC, NECO or SSCE English | C6 | C6 |
Class 12 English and MOI letters for Indian students
Ravensbourne accepts the Year XII certificate from CBSE, CISCE or state boards with 60% or above in English for undergraduate entry, achieved within four years of enrolment, and 70% or above for postgraduate entry, achieved within seven years of the course start. Both routes exclude the Punjab and Haryana state boards, so Punjab board students need a test.
Postgraduate applicants can instead send a letter from their university confirming that the full bachelor's or master's degree was taught in English. Nepali Grade 12 with a CGPA of 2.8 counts for undergraduate entry.
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The in-house test, deposits and the visa
Offer holders with an English condition can take the Ravensbourne English Language Test, run with Oxford ELLT online, at a discounted £108; you need a webcam and a camera that can show a 360-degree view of the room, and you cannot retake it within two months. Ravensbourne holds a Home Office sponsor licence, and the Home Office's own minimum applies alongside these levels.
For a Student visa, UK Visas and Immigration asks for English at CEFR B2 for degree-level study and B1 below degree level, per gov.uk. At degree level, gov.uk adds, your university can assess your English itself and may ask you to take a different test.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Ravensbourne programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
Does Ravensbourne accept PTE?+
Yes. PTE Academic 59 overall with at least 59 in each component, for both undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Does Ravensbourne accept Duolingo?+
Duolingo is not on Ravensbourne's list of accepted tests. Offer holders can take the Ravensbourne English Language Test online instead.
Can Punjab board students use Class 12 English for Ravensbourne?+
No. Ravensbourne's Class 12 route accepts CBSE, CISCE and state boards but excludes the Punjab and Haryana state boards.
What IELTS does Ravensbourne need for a master's?+
IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each component.
Does Ravensbourne accept TOEFL Home Edition?+
No. All TOEFL iBT tests must be taken in person at a test centre.
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Verified against the linked official sources on 11 October 2026. Rules change: confirm on the official page before you book or apply.
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