Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
UCLan PTE Academic minimums by programme type
From UCLan's English language requirements for international students.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (IELTS 6.0, 5.5 each) | 61 | 59 in each component |
| Undergraduate BVMS, MBBS and Dentistry (IELTS 7.0) | 76 | No component below 76 |
| Postgraduate taught (IELTS 6.0, 5.5 each) | 61 | 59 in each component |
| Postgraduate research (IELTS 6.5, 6.0 each) | 65 | 59 in each component |
Test rules at UCLan
The page names the test as "Pearson Test of English Academic UKVI or Home", so it lists the home version alongside the UKVI SELT. It states that results must be valid within two years of the course start date. The page gives no Pearson institution code.
UCLan describes its requirements as indicative and says some courses ask more than the standard levels, including programmes with regulatory body requirements.
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If your PTE score falls short
The page lists the University of Lancashire Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes and UCLan's own Test of English Language Level (TELL and eTELL) among accepted routes.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your UCLan programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE does UCLan need?+
61 with at least 59 in each component for standard undergraduate and postgraduate taught courses.
Does UCLan accept PTE at home?+
The page lists "Pearson Test of English Academic UKVI or Home".
What PTE does UCLan MBBS need?+
76 with no component score below 76, the same for BVMS and Dentistry.
How long is PTE valid for UCLan?+
Within two years of the course start date.
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