Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
University of Iceland PTE minimums by programme
From the English proficiency requirements page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| International undergraduate programmes | 58 | None stated |
| English BA | 65 | None stated |
| Graduate: Education, Engineering and Natural Sciences, Health Sciences, Social Sciences | 58 | None stated |
| Graduate: most Humanities programmes | 60 | None stated |
| MA in English, English Teaching, Literature Culture and Media | 76 | None stated |
| Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies | 58 | None stated |
Test rules and how to send your score
The page lists PTE Academic in a test centre or online as accepted. Scores count only if the university can verify them online, and you attach the score sheet (or a confirmation of test registration) to the online application, sending it no later than 1 February if you cannot upload it. The page gives no age limit for PTE and does not mention PTE Core.
On the same page, IELTS Academic (test centre only) is 6.5 for most programmes, 7.0 for the English BA and 7.5 for the MA in English group.
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If you fall short
Medium of instruction is not accepted as proof, except for previous study taught in English in the UK, US, Ireland, New Zealand, Australia or Canada. Environmental and Natural Resources (MA) under Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies has its own figure, so check the course catalogue.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your University of Iceland programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Pearson has discontinued PTE Academic Online for new bookings, so plan on a test-centre PTE Academic sitting even where this page still lists the online version. See can you take PTE at home.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does the University of Iceland need?+
58 for most international programmes; 60 for most Humanities graduate programmes; 65 for the English BA; 76 for the MA in English group.
Is PTE Academic Online accepted?+
Yes, the page lists PTE Academic in a test centre or online.
Is there a per-skill PTE minimum?+
None is stated.
What is the IELTS equivalent?+
IELTS Academic 6.5 for most programmes.
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