Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Surrey PTE scores by IELTS level
From the University of Surrey English language requirements page. The IELTS level for your course is on its course page.
| Course IELTS level | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| 5.5, 5.0 in each component | 59 | 54 in each component |
| 6.0, 5.5 in each component | 64 | 59 in each component |
| 6.5, 5.5 in each band, 6.0 in writing | 67 | 59 reading, speaking, listening; 64 writing |
| 6.5, 6.0 in each band | 67 | 64 in each component |
| 7.0, 6.5 in each band | 76 | 67 in each component |
| 7.5, 7.0 in each band | 79 | 76 in each component |
Test rules at Surrey
Surrey lists Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) among tests that must have been achieved within the past two years, with the note: "Please note we do not accept PTE Academic Online". The page does not list PTE Academic UKVI separately or give a Pearson institution code.
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If your PTE score falls short
Surrey runs on-campus and online pre-sessional English courses of 11 and 8 weeks, and says completing a University of Surrey pre-sessional immediately before the degree is accepted evidence. It also accepts the British Council UK pre-sessional English course, the KL Excellence certificate and Oxford International's online pre-sessional course.
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 Surrey programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does Surrey need for IELTS 6.5 courses?+
67 overall with 64 in each component, or 67 with 64 in writing and 59 in others if the course asks IELTS 6.5 with 5.5 and 6.0 in writing.
Does Surrey accept PTE Academic Online?+
No. The page says Surrey does not accept PTE Academic Online.
How old can my PTE be for Surrey?+
Achieved within the past two years.
What is the lowest PTE score on Surrey's table?+
59 with 54 in each component, matching IELTS 5.5 with 5.0.
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