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IELTS requirements · 2026

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Explore listed IELTS requirements for 1,133 universities across 115 countries. Compare undergraduate and postgraduate scores, then confirm the requirements for your course.

1133
Universities Listed
115
Countries Covered
6.0-7.0
Typical UG Band Score
6.5-7.5
Typical PG Band Score

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See universities with a listed undergraduate or postgraduate minimum at or below your selected band.

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A listed overall band is a starting point, not an admission decision. Check your course, individual skill minimums, accepted test format and application deadline with the university.

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United Kingdom

65 universities

United States

90 universities

Canada

35 universities

Australia

55 universities

Europe

300 universities

Eastern Europe

5 universities

Asia

302 universities

Africa

190 universities

Latin America

91 universities

Explore universities in the United Kingdom

Listed overall minimums. Undergraduate and postgraduate courses can have different skill requirements.

University of Oxford

Oxford

Undergraduate7.5Postgraduate7.0

University of Cambridge

Cambridge

Undergraduate7.5Postgraduate7.5

Imperial College London

London

Undergraduate6.5Postgraduate7.0

UCL (University College London)

London

Undergraduate6.5Postgraduate7.0

University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh

Undergraduate6.5Postgraduate7.0

King's College London

London

Undergraduate6.5Postgraduate7.0

FAQ: University IELTS Requirements

What IELTS score do most universities require?
Most universities require an overall IELTS Academic band score between 6.0 and 7.0. Undergraduate programmes typically ask for 6.0–6.5, while postgraduate programmes often require 6.5–7.5. Competitive programmes like Medicine or Law may require 7.0+ with no component below 7.0.
Do universities accept IELTS General Training?
The vast majority of universities require IELTS Academic, not General Training. General Training is primarily accepted for immigration and some vocational courses. Always check your target university’s specific requirements — submitting the wrong test type can delay your application.
What are component score requirements?
Many universities set minimum scores for individual IELTS components (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) in addition to the overall band. Writing is the most commonly restricted component, often requiring 6.0 or 6.5 minimum even when the overall requirement is lower.
Can I get conditional admission with a lower IELTS score?
Yes. Many universities offer conditional admission if your IELTS score is 0.5–1.0 bands below the requirement. You may need to complete a pre-sessional English course before starting your degree. The length of the course depends on the gap between your score and the requirement.

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