University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for Saxion University of Applied Sciences?

Saxion University of Applied Sciences asks for Pearson PTE Academic 61 for both its bachelor's and master's programmes. The test must be taken at an official centre and the certificate must be no older than two years at your programme start date. The IELTS equivalent on the same page is IELTS Academic 6.0.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026

Saxion PTE Academic minimum

From Saxion's admission and entry requirements page.

Programme or bandPTE overallMinimum per skill
Bachelor's programmes61Not stated
Master's programmes61Not stated

Test rules and the IELTS comparison

All tests must be taken at an official centre, so PTE Academic Online does not meet this rule. The certificate must not be older than two years from your programme start date. The page does not mention PTE Core or a Pearson sending method; you upload the certificate with your application.

The same page asks for IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80 (or 4.5 on the new scale, MyBest not accepted) and Cambridge 169.

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If your PTE score falls short

You can be exempt if your diploma is on Nuffic's list with English on the final transcript, if your bachelor or master studies were in English (with an official stamped statement), or with an English-taught US high school diploma, A levels, the IB or the European Baccalaureate as described on the page.

Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Saxion programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.

Frequently asked questions

What PTE score does Saxion need?+

Pearson PTE Academic 61 for both bachelor's and master's programmes.

Does Saxion accept PTE Academic Online?+

The page says all tests must be taken at an official centre.

How old can my PTE be for Saxion?+

No older than two years from your programme start date.

What IELTS does Saxion need?+

IELTS Academic 6.0.

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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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