Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Swansea PTE Academic equivalents
From Swansea's approved English tests page, which gives overall and component equivalents. Typical levels are from its English language requirements page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Most undergraduate degrees (IELTS 6.0) | 64 | 59 per IELTS 5.5 component; 64 per 6.0 component |
| Most postgraduate degrees (IELTS 6.5) | 69 | 64 per IELTS 6.0 component; 69 per 6.5 component |
| Courses asking IELTS 7.0 | 76 | 76 per IELTS 7.0 component |
Test rules at Swansea
Swansea gives PTE Academic a validity of two and a half years before the programme start. A separate "Pearson PTE Home – B1" is listed for relevant foundation and pre-sessional courses only, at CEFR B1, valid two years before CAS issue. The page does not otherwise mention PTE Academic Online and gives no Pearson institution code.
If your qualification is outside its validity period, Swansea may still accept you if you have continued to study or work in English since.
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If your PTE score falls short
Swansea's English Language Training Services runs pre-sessional programmes; completing one at the required level before your course can meet the requirement.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Swansea programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE does Swansea need for a master's?+
Most postgraduate degrees ask IELTS 6.5, which Swansea lists as PTE 69.
What PTE does Swansea need for undergraduates?+
Most ask IELTS 6.0, which is PTE 64.
How long is PTE valid for Swansea?+
Two and a half years before the programme start date.
What PTE component equals IELTS 5.5 at Swansea?+
59.
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