University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for Swinburne Sarawak?

Swinburne Sarawak asks for PTE Academic 50 with no communicative skill below 50 for all undergraduate majors, and 58 with no skill below 50 for the MBA (International), MCMP and MIT. Foundation entry is 42 (36 per skill), diplomas 36, and the MA (TESOL) asks 66 with no skill below 58. Scores must be within two years of the start of studies.
  • Guide updated · 2 November 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026

Swinburne Sarawak PTE minimums by level

From Swinburne Sarawak's English language requirement page, which sets one table for the whole campus.

Programme or bandPTE overallMinimum per skill
Foundation4236
Diploma (2.5 years post SPM)3636
Undergraduate (all majors)5050
Postgraduate: MBA(I), MCMP, MIT; Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma (TESOL)5850
Postgraduate: MA (TESOL)6658
Study abroad and exchange5042

Test rules and the IELTS comparison

A note under the table says IELTS, TOEFL iBT, PTE(A) and C1 Advanced results should be within two years of the start of studies. The page does not mention PTE Academic Online, PTE Core or a Pearson institution code, so ask the admissions team how to send your score before you apply.

On the same table, PTE 50 for undergraduates sits beside IELTS 6.0 with no band below 6.0, and PTE 58 for the MBA(I), MCMP and MIT sits beside IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0. IELTS One Skill Retake is listed as accepted if taken within 60 days of the original test; the page makes no similar provision for PTE.

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If you fall short

The table's lower foundation and diploma levels (PTE 42 and 36) are the routes in if your score is below the degree level. Swinburne Sarawak also lists English short courses under its academic schools, but this page gives no PTE entry point for them, so contact the university for an assessment of your qualification.

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

Frequently asked questions

What PTE score does Swinburne Sarawak need for a bachelor's degree?+

PTE Academic 50 with no communicative skill below 50, for all undergraduate majors.

What PTE score do I need for the MBA at Swinburne Sarawak?+

58 with no communicative skill below 50, the same level as the MCMP and MIT.

How long is a PTE score valid for Swinburne Sarawak?+

The page says results should be within two years of the start of studies.

What PTE score gets me into the foundation programme?+

42 with no communicative skill below 36.

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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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