Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Teesside PTE Academic minimums by subject
From Teesside University's English language requirements. The page lists overall PTE scores only.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate: Art & Design, Media, Engineering, Science, Computing, Games | 59 (IELTS 5.5) | Not stated |
| Undergraduate: Business, English, History, Sport, Psychology, Criminology, Law, Education | 59 (IELTS 6.0) | Not stated |
| Undergraduate: Initial Teacher Training (QTS) | 62 | Not stated |
| Postgraduate: Art, Business (except HRM), Computing, Engineering, Science, Sport; MBA | 59 | Not stated |
| Postgraduate: Education, English, LLM, History, Psychology, Criminology, HRM | 62 | Not stated |
| Health (undergraduate and postgraduate); DBA | 66 | Not stated |
Test rules at Teesside
Teesside lists "Pearson's PTE Academic" and "PTE Academic UKVI" for admission to degree and postgraduate programmes, including integrated foundation years. It says results are valid for two years. Courses below bachelor's level need a Secure English Language Test. The page does not mention PTE Academic Online or give a Pearson institution code.
Two undergraduate rows share PTE 59 although their IELTS levels differ (5.5 and 6.0), so check your course page for any component scores.
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If your PTE score falls short
Teesside runs pre-sessional English courses for applicants whose level is below the requirement but not lower than IELTS 4.5.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Teesside programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE does Teesside University need?+
59 for most subjects, 62 for some master's and teacher training, and 66 for Health and the DBA.
What PTE does a Teesside MBA need?+
59 overall.
How long is PTE valid for Teesside?+
Two years.
Does Teesside set PTE subscores?+
The standard table gives overall scores only; check your course page.
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