Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Adelaide University PTE equivalents
From the English language proficiency page on adelaide.edu.au, which now carries the Adelaide University name. Each degree page lists its IELTS score; convert it with this table.
| IELTS level on your degree page | PTE overall | PTE per-skill equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 6.0 | 60 | 60 |
| 6.5 | 64 | 64 |
| 7.0 | 72 | 72 |
| Nursing and midwifery programs | 66 | Listening, reading, writing 66; speaking 76 |
PTE rules at Adelaide University
PTE Academic is on the list of accepted tests, and only tests taken at an official test centre count, which rules out at-home versions. Results are generally valid for two years before admission, though some degrees ask for a shorter period. The page does not mention PTE Core.
Nursing and midwifery are stricter: tests are valid for 12 months before commencement, and two sittings within 12 months can be combined only if each sitting reaches 66 overall, the best scores across both reach 66 in listening, reading and writing and 76 in speaking, and no skill in either sitting falls below 66.
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If your PTE falls short
Adelaide University's English Language Centre runs packaged ELICOS programs for students who do not meet the English requirement. The University does not offer packaged programs with the Centre for English Language at the University of South Australia (CELUSA), but it does accept CELUSA results.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Adelaide University programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE does Adelaide University accept for IELTS 6.5?+
PTE Academic 64, and 64 for a 6.5 subscore.
What PTE does Adelaide University need for nursing?+
66 overall with 66 in listening, reading and writing and 76 in speaking, within 12 months.
Can I use PTE taken at home for Adelaide University?+
No. Only tests taken at an official test centre are accepted.
How long is PTE valid at Adelaide University?+
Generally two years before admission; some degrees, such as nursing, use 12 months.
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