University English requirements

What TOEFL score do you need for the University of Bristol?

The University of Bristol gives every course an English profile. TOEFL iBT runs from 83 for Profile F and 88 for Profiles C, D and E to 95 for Profile B and 103 for Profile A, each with section scores. On the new scale the range is 4.5 to 5.5. Bristol accepts TOEFL iBT and TOEFL at Home.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

Bristol TOEFL minimums by profile

From Bristol's English language requirements page and the profile pages linked below. Your course page shows its profile. Figures are for tests taken up to 20 January 2026 and from 21 January 2026.

ProfileTOEFL iBT minimumIELTS on same page
Profile A103 (R24, L22, S25, W24) or 5.5 with 5 in all skills7.5 with 7.0 in all skills
Profile B undergraduate95 (R22, L21, S23, W24) or 5 with 5 in writing and 4.5 in others7.0 with 7.0 in writing, 6.5 in others
Profile B postgraduate95 (R22, L21, S23, W22) or 5 with 4.5 in all skills7.0 with 6.5 in all skills
Profile C88 (R22, L21, S23, W22) or 4.5 with 4.5 in all skills6.5 with 6.5 in all skills
Profile D88 (R24, L19, S22, W24) or 4.5 with 5 in reading and writing, none below 4.56.5 with 7.0 in reading and writing
Profile E88 (R20, L19, S22, W22) or 4.5 with 4.5 in all skills6.5 with 6.0 in all skills
Profile F83 (R20, L21, S21, W20, or R20, L20, S23, W20) or 4.5 with 4.5 in all skills6.0 with 6.5 in listening or speaking

Bristol TOEFL test rules

Each profile page lists TOEFL iBT and TOEFL at Home. Bristol says English test results should be obtained within two years of the start date of your programme. The profile pages state that component scores must be met in one sitting and that scores from several certificates cannot be combined.

For comparison, Profile E asks for IELTS Academic 6.5 with no score below 6.0 on the Profile E page.

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If your TOEFL score is below Bristol's level

If you have not reached the level, your offer will include a target grade. Bristol suggests taking one of its pre-sessional language courses, taking an accepted qualification in your home country, or resitting a test to reach the level.

Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Bristol programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.

Frequently asked questions

What TOEFL score does Bristol need?+

It depends on your course profile: from 83 (Profile F) and 88 (Profiles C to E) to 95 (B) and 103 (A).

What is Bristol's Profile E TOEFL requirement?+

88 overall with reading 20, listening 19, speaking 22 and writing 22, or 4.5 with 4.5 in all skills.

Does Bristol accept TOEFL at Home?+

Yes. Each profile page lists TOEFL iBT and TOEFL at Home.

Can I combine TOEFL scores from two tests for Bristol?+

No. Component scores must be met in one sitting.

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Guide updated on 1 November 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.

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