PTE 59 to IELTS
PTE 59 equals IELTS 6.5 in both official tables: Pearson's (July 2025) and the IELTS Partners' (2021).
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PTE 59 is about IELTS 6.5.
Get a study plan for 6.5Universities that accept PTE 59
This score meets each university's own minimum for this test, as stated on its website and checked in the last six months. Courses can ask for more.
| University | Country | IELTS, undergrad | IELTS, postgrad | PTE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiff Metropolitan University | United Kingdom | 6.0 | 6.0 | 59 |
| Edinburgh Napier University | United Kingdom | 6.0 | 6.0 | 59 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | United States | 6.0 | 6.0 | 59 |
| Lamar University | United States | 6.0 | 6.5 | 59 |
| Athabasca University | Canada | 6.0 | 6.0 | 59 |
| Bow Valley College | Canada | 6.0 | – | 59 |
| Istanbul Technical University | Türkiye | – | – | 59 |
| Politecnico di Milano | Italy | – | 6.0 | 59 |
Frequently asked questions
What is PTE 59 in IELTS?
PTE 59 equals IELTS 6.5 in both official tables: Pearson's (July 2025) and the IELTS Partners' (2021).
What CEFR level is PTE 59?
PTE 59 matches IELTS 6.5, which is CEFR B2, Upper intermediate. You follow the main ideas of complex texts and talk with native speakers without strain on either side. The IELTS partners call 6.5 a borderline band: it sits between B2 and C1.
Which universities accept PTE 59?
For example Cardiff Metropolitan University, Edinburgh Napier University, and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Requirements differ by course and level, so check the university's own page.
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