Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
TMU Duolingo minimums by level and programme
From TMU's undergraduate English language requirements and the graduate admission requirements page.
| Level or programme | Duolingo minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (all programmes) | 120 | Overall only; no band minimums |
| Graduate, general requirement | 130 | All programmes except those below |
| Computer Networks; MEng Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 120 | Lower programme level |
| Communication and Culture; Management (PhD); MBA; MSc Management; PMDip Accounting | 140 | Higher programme level |
| Journalism; Psychology (MA/PhD) | 140 | Higher programme level |
How TMU handles Duolingo scores
Undergraduate official results must be sent to TMU electronically by Duolingo. The undergraduate page says its requirements reflect overall scores with no band minimums.
The graduate page says tests must have been taken within the last 24 months when TMU receives your application. Meeting the minimum does not guarantee admission.
For comparison, the undergraduate page asks for IELTS Academic 6.5, and the graduate page sets IELTS 7.0 as the general requirement.
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If your Duolingo score is below the minimum
English language pathway programmes at TMU's English Language Institute are open to academically qualified undergraduates whose test scores fall short. TMU also lists a minimum B in EAP or EAPPU as meeting its requirement.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your TMU programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does TMU need for undergraduates?+
120 for all programmes.
What Duolingo score does TMU need for graduate study?+
130 generally, 120 for two engineering programmes and 140 for several others.
Does TMU set Duolingo subscore minimums?+
Not for undergraduates. The page says there are no band minimums.
How recent must my Duolingo test be for TMU graduate study?+
Within the last 24 months when your application is received.
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