Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 30 October 2026
Vaasa master's English tests
From the University of Vaasa's language requirements page.
| Test | Minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic / IELTS Online Academic | 6.5 overall, 5.5 per section | Upload to the application form |
| TOEFL iBT, Home or Paper Edition | 92, or 4.5 after 21 Jan 2026 | MyBest scores accepted; code 0647 |
| PTE Academic / Online | 62 | Send from your PTE account |
| Cambridge C1 Advanced | Grade C | |
| Cambridge C2 Proficiency | Level C1 |
Degree in English as proof
A bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree taught in English in Finland, the EU/EEA or a listed country counts, including offshore campuses and articulation awards such as 1+3 or 2+2. The list includes India, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, the UK, the US, Canada and Australia. Pakistan and Bangladesh are not on it.
At least 15 ECTS of bachelor's-level study in English in the EU/EEA, UK, Switzerland, US, Canada, Australia or New Zealand, or a degree with English as the major subject, also counts. Duolingo is not on the list.
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Validity and dates
Language tests are valid for two years from the test date and must be valid on the day you submit your application. Results for the main round are published by 31 May 2027, and successful applicants must accept their place by 13 July 2027.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your University of Vaasa programme page and in your offer, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where the University of Vaasa publishes an IELTS score, it is the minimum: the floor an application has to meet to be considered, not a score that guarantees an offer.
Competitive programmes, and courses with far more applicants than places, may expect more than the minimum, and some departments set their own overall or per-skill scores, often for writing or speaking. The course page has the final word, so check it before you book a test.
If you are close to the line, aim for a margin above it: one weak skill can miss the requirement even when the overall band clears it. Not sure where you stand? Take a free IELTS mock test and get a band for each skill.
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS does the University of Vaasa need?+
IELTS Academic or IELTS Online Academic 6.5 overall, with at least 5.5 in each section, for master's programmes.
Do Indian students need IELTS for the University of Vaasa?+
Not if their bachelor's was taught in English at a recognised institution in India; India is on Vaasa's list of accepted countries.
Does the University of Vaasa accept PTE?+
Yes, PTE Academic or PTE Academic Online with an overall score of 62.
Does the University of Vaasa accept TOEFL MyBest?+
Yes. The page says MyBest scores are accepted.
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Guide updated on 30 October 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.
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