Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026
University of Law Duolingo minimums
From the University of Law's accepted English language qualifications document. Minimum component scores are in brackets.
| Course level (IELTS) | Duolingo minimum | Example courses |
|---|---|---|
| 5.0 (4.5) | Not accepted | International Foundation Programme |
| 5.5 (5.5) | 100 (100) | Foundation (Blended) degrees |
| 6.0 (5.5) | 110 (100) | LLB (Hons) Law, three-year business degrees, most LLM, MSc and MBA |
| 6.5 (6.0) | 120 (110) | LPC, PGDL, MA Law (Conversion), MSc Psychology (Conversion) |
| 7.0 (6.5) | 130 (120, Writing 130) | Accelerated LLB, MLaw Solicitors' Practice |
| 7.5 (7.5) | 143 (L135, R135, W155, S145) | BPC |
How the University of Law handles Duolingo scores
Tests are valid for up to 2 years before the course start date, unless the certificate or results form shows an earlier expiry.
Find your course and its IELTS level in Table 1 of the document, then read the Duolingo score for that level in Table 2.
For comparison, the same document sets LLB (Hons) Law at IELTS 6.0 (5.5), the level matched to Duolingo 110 (100).
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If your Duolingo score is below the line
The University of Law runs its own English Test (ULET), scored on the same bands from 5.0 to 7.5. It also accepts English-medium qualifications such as UK GCSE English and a UK foundation year, within the validity limits in the document.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your University of Law programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What Duolingo score does the University of Law need for the LLB?+
110 with a minimum of 100, matching IELTS 6.0 (5.5).
Does ULaw accept Duolingo for the International Foundation Programme?+
No. Duolingo is not accepted at the IELTS 5.0 level.
What Duolingo score does the LPC or PGDL need?+
120 with a minimum of 110.
How old can my Duolingo test be?+
Up to 2 years before the course start date, unless it expires earlier.
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