Top 25 PTE Accepted Universities in UK in 2025

PTE (Pearson Test of English) is accepted in the UK as proof of English language proficiency. PTE has two formats: PTE Academic and PTE General. PTE Academic is for university study and PTE General is for employment or visas. You have to check score requirements as they may vary with the university.

PTE Academic is marked on a scale of 10-90. The minimum PTE score requirement in the UK is between 50-63. Advanced-level courses require above 60 for undergraduate and 70 for postgraduate programs at top institutions like Oxford or Cambridge. A score range of 60-70 in PTE is equivalent to 6.5-7 in IELTS. Scores between 50-59 may allow admission to universities with lower English proficiency requirements. Keep reading for more details on PTE accepted universities in UK.

Table of Contents

• What are the top PTE Accepted Universities in the UK?
• PTE Score Requirement for UK Student Visa
• Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top PTE Accepted Universities in the UK?

Many UK universities accept candidates who scored above 50 in PTE. 

Top 25 PTE Accepted Universities in the UK -

PTE Score Requirement for UK Student Visa

Check the table below to know the PTE score requirements for the UK Tier 4 General Student visa.

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• PTE Band Score Chart
• PTE Accepted Countries
• PTE Exam Pattern

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is PTE Accepted in the UK?

99% of universities in the UK accept PTE Academic. You must have CEFR B1 English level for programs below degree level and CEFR B2 English level for degree level programs and above.

2. Which university accepts PTE in the UK?

List of top 10 PTE accepted universities in the UK -

• Imperial College London
• University College London
• The University of Manchester
• King's College London
• London School of Economics and Political Science
• University of Warwick
• University of Bristol
• University of Southampton
• University of Glasgow
• University of Leeds

3. What PTE score is required for UK?

You can get into a good university in UK if you have scored at least 60 in PTE. If your score is between 30 and 60 you can apply to universities that require less English proficiency.

4. Does UK prefer IELTS or PTE?

Both IELTS and PTE are recognised English proficiency tests in the UK. But IELTS has more preference than PTE in the UK.

5. What is the PTE score needed for a UK student visa?

For a Student Visa below degree level, you need a minimum score of 43. For degree level and above you should have a minimum score of 59 to get a Tier 4 General Student visa.

6. Is PTE accepted in UK for masters?

Yes, PTE is accepted by UK universities for master's programs. PTE is accepted by 99% of universities in the UK. To study postgraduate courses like MBA in UK, you need a PTE score of 57-67.

7. How do I register for PTE?

You can register for PTE online. You should have a valid passport. The PTE exam fee is Rs 15,900. If you want to appear for PTE in the next 48 hours, you have to pay a late booking fee.