Minimum PTE Scores Required for UK Universities

The United Kingdom (UK) is the most popular destination for students. It is mandatory that students pass the english proficiency test to study in UK. The PTE exam is the English proficiency test that almost all British universities demand from international students. The exam accesses your English under four sections, reading, writing, speaking and listening. Below, we have provided the minimum PTE scores required for UK universities to apply.

A good score in the PTE exam can help you secure a seat in your desired institution. However, the minimum PTE score required for university admission varies from institution and course. In this blog, we will talk about the minimum PTE score required for getting admission to UK universities.

Name of the Exam	Pearson’s Test of English
Conducting Body	Pearson PLC Test
Mode of Examination	Online
PTE Fees	15,900

PTE Score Required for UK Universities

Students need to know the PTE minimum score given by each university. This will help in preparing for the exam accordingly. Here is a list of UK universities with the minimum score required by them:

University	Minimum PTE scores
1. The University of Stirling	51 – 54
2. The  University of Chester	51 – 57
3. The University of Liverpool	51 – 62
4. The University of Essex	40 – 58
5. The University of Aberdeen	51 – 54
6. The University of Wolverhampton	51 – 54
7. The University of York	61
8. The University of Bolton	50 – 65
9. The University of Leeds	60 – 64
10. The University of Glasgow	59 – 70
11. The University of Warwick	62 – 79
12. The University of Exeter	58 – 73
13. The University of Strathclyde	51 – 57
14. The University of East London	51 – 62
15. The University of Sunderland	59
16. The University of Southampton	59
17. University of The Arts, London	51 – 58
18. The University of Manchester	49 – 73
19. The University of Northampton	56 – 61
20. University of Nottingham	51 -55
21. The University of Surrey	42 – 73
22. The University of Lancaster	50 – 70
23. The University of Chichester	43 – 64
24. The University of Portsmouth	51 – 61
25. University of Gloucestershire	51 – 67
26. The University of Bristol	60
27. University of Hertfordshire	51 – 58
28. The University of Leicester	36-56
29. The University of Abertay Dundee	51 – 54
30. University of Cumbria	42 – 50
31. The University of Brighton	51 – 56
32. The University of Hull	51 – 54
33. University of the West of England Bristol	51 – 58
34. The University of the West of Scotland	51 – 54
35. The University of Huddersfield	59
36. The University of Salford	51 – 60
37. The University of Bath	62 – 69
38. The University of Dundee	56 – 67
39. The University of Sussex	56 – 67
40. University of Durham	58 – 64
41. The University of Westminster	55 – 58
42. The University of Sheffield	56 – 61
43. The University of Birmingham	51 – 67
44. The University of Exeter	58 – 73
45. The University of East Anglia	42 – 50
46. The University of Reading	51 – 67
47. The University of St Andrews	51 -62
48. University of Derby	42 – 50
49. the University of Northumbria at Newcastle	54 – 62
50. The University of Buckingham	59 – 65
51. The University of Kent	65 – 68
52. University of Plymouth	46 – 51
53. the University of Wales Trinity Saint David	51 – 56
54. The University of Worcester	51 – 59
55. University for the Creative Arts	51 – 56
56. The University of Bradford	51 – 55
57. The University of Lincoln	58 – 76
58. University of Bedfordshire	51 – 54
59. University of the Highlands and Islands	50 – 61
60. St George’s, University of London	59 – 73
61. University of South Wales	42 – 50
63. Solent University	36 – 61
64. Bangor University	56 – 67
65. University College Birmingham	45 – 65
66. The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama	65
67. Coventry University	59
68. De Montfort University	51 – 58
69. Newcastle University	54 – 69
70. Middlesex University	51 – 58
71. Kingston University	30 – 77
72. Sheffield Hallam University	51 – 67
73. Oxford Brookes University	51
74. Cardiff University	36 – 78
75. The Manchester Metropolitan University	59 – 61
76. Teesside University	51 – 56
77. Anglia Ruskin University	51 – 57
78. Edinburgh Napier University	51 – 56
79. Birmingham City University	43 – 76
80. Ravensbourne University London	36 – 50
81. Liverpool Hope University	51 – 58
82. Roehampton University	54 – 67
83. Loughborough University	55 – 62
84. Queen’s University Belfast	55 – 67
85. Leeds Beckett University	51 – 54
86. Imperial College of Science, Technology, and Medicine	56 – 62
87. SOAS University of London	60 – 65
88. London South Bank University	51 – 60
89. Edge Hill University	66 – 73
90. Cardiff Metropolitan University	51 – 61
91. Aston University	42 – 70
92. University College London	59 – 75
93. Ulster University	51 – 66
94. Brunel University London	51 – 64
95. London School of Economics and Political Science	58 – 65
96. Glasgow Caledonian University	51 – 54
97. Liverpool John Moores University	51 – 55
98. Bournemouth University	36 – 62
99. Goldsmiths University of London	47 – 69
100. Royal College of Art	54 – 68
101. Robert Gordon University	51 – 56
102. Leeds Arts University	42 – 50
103. London Metropolitan University	51 – 56
104. York St John University	51 – 59
105. Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine	62
106. Staffordshire University	51
107. Cranfield University	65
108. King’s College London	54 – 59
109. Queen Mary University of London	51 – 57
110. Heriot-Watt University	44 – 65
111. The Nottingham Trent University	54 – 62
112. Keele University	36 – 79
113. Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance	51
114. Royal Holloway and Bedford New College	51 – 69
115. London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine	55 – 74
116. The Royal Veterinary College	65 – 69
117. Buckinghamshire New University	55 – 62
118. Falmouth University	51 – 55
119. Aberystwyth University	55 – 75
120. Bath Spa University	51 -67
121. The University of Wales Trinity Saint David	51 – 56
122. Birkbeck College	43 – 73
123. The Arts University Bournemouth	55 – 67

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PTE Score for UK 2025: Minimum Requirements

The minimum PTE score in the UK based on the level of study is provided below. Note: Advanced-level courses like healthcare, law, and psychology require you to submit higher PTE scores.

Level of Study	Minimum PTE Score for UK Admission
Master’s	55-70
Bachelor’s	50-60

Top-ranking universities such as Cambridge University or Oxford University would require you to score an average of 60 for undergraduate studies, and 70 for postgraduate studies. Securing 60-70 score in PTE is equivalent to an IELTS score of 7.5. This is enough to take admission to most of the UK universities.

On the other hand, if you secure a score between 50-50 you may be able to take admission to courses with low English proficiency requirements in a few universities. You may not be able to get into advanced-level courses.

Top 10 PTE Exam Preparation Tips

Below we have provided some tips that will help you ace your PTE exam

• Ensure that you stay positive and rest well before the examination.
• Have a plan: Understand what you are getting into. For example, get to know the exam structure, the question types, scoring criteria, and timing.
• Set SMAR Goals: That is, goals that are relevant, achievable measurable, and time-bound.
• Ultise official PTE resources: For example, the official practice tests, scoring guides, and tutorials are available from Pearson’s website.
• Effectively manage time: This will help you to finish each section in the given time frame.
• Focus on weak spots: For example, grammar, pronunciation, or writing
• Practice speaking: By practising your speaking skills regularly you can identify the areas that require improvement and work on them.
• Improve listening: Listen to different speakers (with different accents). For example, American and British. You can listen to podcasts, news, or audiobooks for this purpose.
• Improve your vocabulary: You can improve your vocabulary with the help of apps like Quizlet, and by using flashcards.
• Regularly take mock tests to reduce anxiety, and to track your progress

Easy Steps for PTE Exam Preparation

PTE Preparation: Students often get confused while preparing for the PTE exam. Choosing the right technique while preparing for the exam can help the applicant in many ways. Let us look at some tips for PTE exam preparation:

• Start with a sample test, and understand your current level
• Create your study plan and dedicate yourself time to prepare for the exam
• Use online tools, and practise integrated tasks. You can work on questions that combine skills. For example, reading and speaking 
• Review your errors, and try not to repeat them
• PTE is a computer-based exam. Therefore, building typing speed can help
• Join study groups, and develop a studying habit 
• Stay updated with the latest news regarding PTE. 
• Know that preparation means to improve your skills. Therefore, you do not have to be perfect. Balance your preparation with self-care.

FAQs

Students can study for the PTE exam according to the minimum score mentioned by their desired university. The PTE score is valid for two years and you can send your score to as many universities as you like.

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