Warwick undergraduate English bands (2026 entry)
From Warwick's undergraduate English language requirements, last updated 4 February 2026 and marked for September 2026 entry. Tests such as IELTS and PTE must be taken within two years and one month before your course starts. If you have more than one test, Warwick uses only the most recent.
| Band | IELTS Academic | PTE Academic | Duolingo | TOEFL iBT (from 21 Jan 2026) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 6.0, 5.5 in each component | 60, 59 in each skill | 110, 100 in each | 4.5, 4.5 in each |
| B | 6.5, 6.0 in each component | 69, 59 in each skill | 120, 110 in each | 4.5, 4.5 in each |
| C | 7.0, 6.5 in each component | 75, 59 in each skill | 130, 120 in each | 5.0, 4.5 in each |
Warwick postgraduate English bands
Every postgraduate course is in Band A, B, C or D, shown on its course page; see Warwick's postgraduate English requirements and accepted test list. Tests must be within two years and one month of your start date. IELTS Academic, IELTS for UKVI and IELTS Online all count, but One Skill Retake does not. PTE Academic Online is no longer accepted.
| Band | IELTS (Academic, UKVI or Online) | PTE Academic | Duolingo |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | 6.5, none below 6.0 | 62, 59+ in all | 120, 110 in each |
| B | 7.0, two at 6.0/6.5 and the rest 7.0+ | 70, 59+ in all | 130, two at 110 and two at 130 |
| C | 7.5, two at 6.5/7.0 and the rest 7.5+ | 75, 59+ in all | 140, two at 120 and two at 140 |
| D | 8.0, two at 7.0/7.5 and the rest 8.0+ | 79, 70+ in all | Not listed for Band D |
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Old-scale TOEFL iBT is accepted at 87, 92 and 100 for undergraduate Bands A to C, and at 92, 100, 108 and 113 for postgraduate Bands A to D. MyBest scores are not accepted. For Duolingo, you must share results with Warwick through your Duolingo dashboard; a PDF or screenshot will not do.
Undergraduates who need a visa may, depending on circumstances, be asked for a secure English language test such as IELTS for UKVI (Academic) instead of a school exam.
If you miss your band, Warwick's pre-sessional courses can meet the condition. For a postgraduate Band A course, the 6-week course needs IELTS 6.0 (5.5 each) and the 10-week course needs 5.5 (5.0 each).
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Warwick programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
Does Warwick accept PTE?+
Yes. Undergraduate Bands A to C need 60, 69 or 75 with 59 in each skill; postgraduate Bands A to D need 62, 70, 75 or 79. PTE Academic Online is not accepted.
Does Warwick accept Duolingo?+
Yes, if your result shows separate Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening scores. Undergraduate Band B needs 120 with 110 in each; postgraduate Band A needs 120 with 110 in each.
Is One Skill Retake accepted at Warwick?+
No. Warwick says IELTS One Skill Retake is not acceptable and the test must be taken in one sitting, for both undergraduate and postgraduate entry.
What IELTS do I need for a master's at Warwick?+
Band A courses need 6.5 with no component below 6.0. Band B needs 7.0, Band C 7.5 and Band D 8.0, each with a mix of minimum component scores.
Do I need IELTS for UKVI for Warwick?+
Not for most degree applicants. Warwick says undergraduates who need a visa may be asked for one depending on their circumstances. Its postgraduate page accepts Academic, UKVI and Online at the same scores.
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