Guildhall School of Music & Drama IELTS requirements
Undergraduate
5.5Overall
Each band at least 5.5
- Listening5.5
- Reading5.5
- Writing5.5
- Speaking5.5
Postgraduate
5.5Overall
Each band at least 5.5
- Listening5.5
- Reading5.5
- Writing5.5
- Speaking5.5
Note: Most music programmes 5.5 (5.5 each); BA Acting/Production Arts 6.5 (6.0); MA Music Therapy & research 7.0. IELTS Online listed.
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You need 5.5 for Guildhall School of Music & Drama.
TOEFL, Duolingo and PTE minimums
We found no TOEFL, Duolingo or PTE minimum for Guildhall School of Music & Drama.
Convert a TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo score to IELTSBefore you apply
Almost every university accepts an IELTS result for two years from the test date. If you're not sure about Guildhall School of Music & Drama, check its admissions page before you book.
Guildhall School of Music & Drama says it accepts IELTS Online.
If your score is a little below the requirement, many universities offer a pre-sessional English course. Ask the admissions office whether Guildhall School of Music & Drama does.
Similar universities
In the UK, with a similar IELTS requirement.
Ravensbourne University London
London, United KingdomUG5.5min 5.5 eachPG6.0Royal Academy of Music
London, United KingdomUG5.5min 5.5 eachPG7.0min 5.5 eachRoyal College of Music
London, United KingdomUG5.5min 5.5 eachPG7.0min 5.5 eachRoyal Northern College of Music
Manchester, United KingdomUG5.5min 5.5 eachPG6.0min 5.5 eachRoyal Welsh College of Music & Drama
Cardiff, United KingdomUG5.5min 5.5 eachPG5.5min 5.5 eachUniversity of East London
London, United KingdomUG5.5min 5.5 eachPG6.0min 5.5 each
Where this figure comes from
We read this figure on Guildhall School of Music & Drama's own admissions page. Last checked: October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score do I need for a master's at Guildhall School of Music & Drama?
Guildhall School of Music & Drama asks for IELTS 5.5 overall for postgraduate study, with no band below 5.5. Some programmes ask for more, so check the course page.
Does Guildhall School of Music & Drama accept the Duolingo English Test?
We found no Duolingo minimum for Guildhall School of Music & Drama. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.
Does Guildhall School of Music & Drama accept PTE Academic?
We found no PTE Academic minimum for Guildhall School of Music & Drama. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.
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