PTE for university entry
PTE Academic is the only fully computer-based English language test for international study and migration.


What is PTE?
The Pearson Test of English (PTE) is a fully computer-based English language proficiency test accepted by universities, colleges, and governments worldwide. The test evaluates your skills in writing, reading, listening, and speaking using a combination of human expertise and AI tools for accurate and non-biased scoring.
You can book your test 24 hours in advance and typically receive the results within 48 hours of completing the test, making it a convenient option for many international students.
What makes PTE different?
PTE tests stand out as you can book quickly, receive your scores within 48 hours, and easily share them with universities as a fully digital score report.
Fast and non-biased scoring
PTE uses AI scoring to reduce the risk of bias and deliver results faster
Only one test
You only need to complete a single two-hour test
No human examiners
The test is fully computer-based, so you don’t need to face human examiners
Free score sharing
You can share your Score Report with as many institutions as you want at no additional cost
Guide to PTE Scoring
PTE Academic (including UKVI) and PTE Core tests are scored from 10–90. While requirements vary by university and course, these are the typical minimum scores:
Foundation
Minimum score between
36–50
Undergraduate
Minimum score between
51–60
Postgraduate
Minimum score between
57–67