Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
UCA TOEFL minimums by level
From UCA's language requirements and support page.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (BA/BSc), new scoring | 4 | 4 in listening, reading, speaking and writing |
| Undergraduate, old scale | 72 | Listening 17, reading 18, speaking 20, writing 17 |
| Undergraduate with integrated foundation year | 4, or 72 | Same section minimums as undergraduate |
| Master's (MA/MSc), new scoring | 4.5 | 4 in each skill |
| Master's, old scale (September 2026 entry) | 79 | Listening 17, reading 18, speaking 20, writing 17 |
How UCA handles TOEFL scores
UCA accepts TOEFL iBT but not the online test. For a degree course, a non-SELT test such as TOEFL must be taken within two years of your start date. The page does not mention MyBest scores or an institution code.
For comparison, the same page asks undergraduates for IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each skill and master's applicants for IELTS 6.5 with 5.5 in each.
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If your TOEFL score is below UCA's level
UCA runs pre-sessional English courses, including English for Art and Design and English for Business, for students who have accepted a conditional offer. The page says a student visa for a below-degree course such as pre-sessional needs a Home Office recognised test and lists IELTS for UKVI, LanguageCert, PTE UKVI, Trinity and PSI, not TOEFL.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your UCA programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does UCA need for undergraduate study?+
4 with 4 in each skill, or 72 with listening 17, reading 18, speaking 20 and writing 17.
What TOEFL score does a UCA master's need?+
4.5 with 4 in each skill, or 79 on the old scale.
Does UCA accept the TOEFL Home Edition?+
No. The page says the online test is not accepted.
Can I use TOEFL for UCA's pre-sessional course?+
The page lists other Home Office recognised tests for below-degree study, not TOEFL.
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