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IELTS Requirements at King's College London — Scores & Tips

King's College London in United Kingdom requires IELTS Academic for international student admissions. The minimum overall band score is 6.5 for undergraduate programmes and 7.0 for postgraduate programmes. Requirements may vary by department and programme.

6.5 UG Minimum

7.0 PG Minimum

IELTS Academic Module Required

QS #40 Ranking

IELTS Score Requirements at King's College London

Level of StudyOverall MinimumComponent Requirements
Undergraduate (UG)6.56.0 each
Postgraduate (PG)7.06.5 each

This university requires IELTS Academic. General Training scores are not accepted for degree-level admissions.

About IELTS Requirements at King's College London

King's uses bands from A to E. Most programmes fall in Band B (6.5 overall) or Band D (7.0 overall). Law and medicine programmes require the highest bands.

View official English language requirements at King's College London

IELTS Tips for King's College London Applicants

  • Always check the specific programme page on the King's College London website. Requirements can differ between departments and even between courses within the same faculty.
  • If your score is 0.5 to 1.0 bands below the requirement, check whether King's College London offers a pre-sessional English course. Many universities provide conditional admission with a language bridge programme.
  • Pay close attention to individual component requirements. Many programmes at King's College London set a higher minimum for Writing because academic writing is critical for coursework and dissertations.
  • IELTS results are valid for two years. Plan your test date so your scores are current both when you apply and when you enrol at King's College London.

Frequently Asked Questions: IELTS for King's College London

What IELTS score do I need for King's College London?
King's College London requires a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5 for undergraduate programmes and 7.0 for postgraduate programmes. Some departments and specific courses may have higher requirements.
Does King's College London accept IELTS General Training?
No. Like nearly all universities, King's College London requires IELTS Academic for degree-level admissions. If you submit a General Training score, your application will be considered incomplete.
Does King's College London offer pre-sessional English courses?
Many universities, including King's College London, offer pre-sessional English courses for applicants who score 0.5 to 1.0 bands below the requirement. Check the university website for current availability and entry criteria.
How long are IELTS scores valid for King's College London admissions?
IELTS scores are typically valid for two years from the test date. King's College London requires that your scores be current at the time of application and enrolment.

Sources & References

  • Official admissions and English language requirements page at King's College London
  • IELTS Official — ielts.org — Test information and global recognition data

Requirements were last verified in March 2026. University admission requirements may change with policy updates. Always verify requirements directly with the university before submitting applications.

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