University English requirements

What PTE score do you need for Western Sydney University International College?

Western Sydney University International College asks for PTE Academic 42 with no communicative skill below 36 for its Foundation programs and the Diploma in Business. The Diplomas in Arts, Engineering and ICT need 50 with no skill below 42, and the Foundation program leading to the Bachelor of Nursing needs 58 with no skill below 50.
  • Guide updated · 31 October 2026
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026

International College PTE minimums

From the College's English entry requirements flyer (June 2026) for Foundation Studies and diploma programs.

Programme or bandPTE overallMinimum per skill
Extended or Standard Foundation (not the nursing pathway)4236
Extended or Standard Foundation leading to Bachelor of Nursing5850
Diploma in Business (3 or 2 terms)4236
Diploma in Arts, Engineering and ICT (3 or 2 terms)5042

PTE rules at the International College

The flyer says English evidence is valid for two years from the test date or the date studies were completed, and if you submit two pieces of English evidence, the most recent takes priority. It names Pearson's Test of English (PTE) Academic but does not mention PTE Academic Online or PTE Core.

In the same flyer, PTE 42 (36) sits beside IELTS 5.5 with 5.0 in each subtest, PTE 50 (42) beside IELTS 6.0 with 5.5, and PTE 58 (50) beside IELTS 6.5 with 6.0.

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If your PTE falls short

The flyer also accepts The College's English for Academic Purposes results (EAP 3 at 50% for foundation and Business, EAP 4 at 50% for Arts, Engineering and ICT, EAP 5 at 55% for the nursing foundation) and The College's English Placement Test at 60% to 80% depending on the program.

Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your International College programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.

Frequently asked questions

What PTE does Western Sydney University International College need?+

42 with no communicative skill below 36 for Foundation and the Diploma in Business.

What PTE does the nursing foundation pathway need?+

58 with no communicative skill below 50.

What PTE do the Engineering and ICT diplomas need?+

50 with no communicative skill below 42.

How long is PTE valid at the International College?+

Two years from the test date.

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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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