University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for the University of Sheffield?

Sheffield's Standard English level, equal to IELTS 6.5 with 6.0 in each component, needs PTE Academic or PTE Academic UKVI at 61 overall with at least 56 in each component. The Good level needs 67 (61), Advanced 72 (67) and Proficiency 76 (72). Tests must be no more than two years old at the course start, and PTE Academic Online is not accepted.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

Sheffield PTE scores by English level

From the identical test tables on Sheffield's postgraduate and undergraduate English language pages. Each course listing gives its IELTS level; match it to the PTE column.

Level (IELTS)PTE overallMinimum per skill
B1, only with a degree taught in English (IELTS 4.0)4336 in each component
Standard (IELTS 6.5, 6.0 each)6156 in each component
Good (IELTS 7.0, 6.5 each)6761 in each component
Advanced (IELTS 7.5, 7.0 each)7267 in each component
Proficiency (IELTS 8.0, 7.5 each)7672 in each component

Test rules at Sheffield

The row is headed "Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic or PTE Academic UKVI)", with a footnote: "We do not accept PTE Academic Online". Tests should have been completed no more than two years before the start date of your Sheffield course, and Sheffield says it will verify the scores you declare with the test provider.

If your course's IELTS requirement is not in the table, the page points you to the English Language Teaching Centre webpages for the Pearson equivalent. No Pearson institution code is given.

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If your PTE score falls short

The same pages say that completing an appropriate pre-sessional course at the English Language Teaching Centre, or a Pre-Masters at the University of Sheffield International College, meets the English requirement if completed no more than two years before the degree starts.

For a Student visa, gov.uk asks for English at CEFR B2 for study at degree level or above and B1 below degree level, and says a university can assess degree-level applicants' English itself and may ask for a different test (gov.uk).

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

Frequently asked questions

What PTE score does Sheffield need?+

At the Standard level (IELTS 6.5 with 6.0 each), 61 overall with at least 56 in each component.

Does Sheffield accept PTE Academic Online?+

No. Sheffield accepts PTE Academic and PTE Academic UKVI, but not PTE Academic Online.

How old can my PTE be for Sheffield?+

No more than two years before the start date of your course.

What PTE does Sheffield need for IELTS 7.0 courses?+

The Good level: 67 overall with at least 61 in each component.

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