University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for UWS?

UWS asks for PTE Academic at 59 overall with no element below 59 for degrees requiring IELTS 6.0 with no sub-test below 5.5, which covers its standard undergraduate and taught postgraduate entry. Degrees requiring IELTS 6.5 with no sub-test below 6.0, the research degree level, need 66 with no element below 66. The at-home test 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

UWS PTE scores by programme type

From the UWS English language requirements page.

Programme or bandPTE overallMinimum per skill
Undergraduate and taught postgraduate (IELTS 6.0, 5.5 each)5959 in each element
Research degrees (IELTS 6.5, 6.0 each)6666 in each element

Test rules at UWS

The page says the at-home PTE test is not accepted and the test must be undertaken at a test centre. It lists Pearson Test of English (Academic) without naming the UKVI version separately and gives no Pearson institution code or PTE validity period.

For comparison, the page asks IELTS 6.0 with no sub-test below 5.5 for undergraduate (BA, BAcc, BEng, BSc) and taught postgraduate (MA, MBA, MSc) courses, and 6.5 with no sub-test below 6.0 for MRes, MPhil, PhD, DBA and DProf.

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If your PTE score falls short

UWS runs its own UKVI-approved UWS English Language Entry Test, scored in line with IELTS, and pre-sessional English courses for applicants below the requirement.

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 UWS programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.

Frequently asked questions

What PTE score does UWS need?+

59 overall with no element below 59 for degrees at IELTS 6.0 (5.5).

Does UWS accept PTE at home?+

No. The at-home test is not accepted; it must be taken at a test centre.

What PTE does a UWS PhD need?+

66 with no element below 66, for degrees requiring IELTS 6.5 (6.0).

Does UWS have its own English test?+

Yes. The UWS English Language Entry Test is UKVI approved and gives scores comparable to IELTS.

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Guide updated on 31 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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