Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
UTAS PTE minimums
From UTAS's English language requirements page.
| Programme or band | PTE overall | Minimum per skill |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation programs; Advanced Diplomas in Marine Engineering and Nautical Science | 43 | 36 |
| Undergraduate courses (minimum) | 50 | 42 |
| Postgraduate coursework (minimum) | 50 | 50 |
| Laws, pharmacy, biomedicine, psychological science and other listed courses | 58 | 50 |
| Ageing Studies and Services, Dementia Care | 58 | 58 |
| Social work, exercise and sport science, medical science and medicine | 65 | 65 |
| Nursing | 63 | Reading 59, listening 58, speaking 76, writing 60 |
PTE rules at UTAS
UTAS says all methods of meeting its English requirements are valid for two years, apart from listed country-specific qualifications. Combined test scores are considered case by case, but not for the Bachelor of Education (Primary), the Bachelor of Education (Health and Physical Education) or the Master of Teaching. The page does not mention PTE Academic Online or PTE Core.
In the same table, the undergraduate PTE 50 (42) sits beside IELTS 6.0 with no band below 5.5, and the postgraduate PTE 50 (50) beside IELTS 6.0 with no band below 6.0.
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If your PTE falls short
UTAS accepts its own English for Academic Purposes results (EAP1 for foundation, EAP2 for degrees) and completion of approved ELICOS programs through the University of Tasmania English Language Centre or Navitas English.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your UTAS programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What PTE score does the University of Tasmania need?+
50 overall with no score below 42 for undergraduate courses, or none below 50 for postgraduate coursework.
What PTE does UTAS need for laws or pharmacy?+
58 overall with no score below 50.
What PTE does UTAS nursing need?+
63 overall with 59 reading, 58 listening, 76 speaking and 60 writing.
How long is PTE valid at UTAS?+
Two years.
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