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Queen's University Belfast IELTS requirements

Queen's University Belfast asks for IELTS 6.5 overall for undergraduate study, with no band below 5.5. For postgraduate study it is 6.5, with no band below 5.5.
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Undergraduate

6.5Overall

Each band at least 5.5

  • Listening5.5
  • Reading5.5
  • Writing5.5
  • Speaking5.5

Postgraduate

6.5Overall

Each band at least 5.5

  • Listening5.5
  • Reading5.5
  • Writing5.5
  • Speaking5.5

Note: Range 6.0–7.0 (5.5 each) by course; Medicine 7.5. IELTS General not accepted.

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Your overall band

    You need 6.5 for Queen's University Belfast.

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    TOEFL, Duolingo and PTE minimums

    We found no TOEFL, Duolingo or PTE minimum for Queen's University Belfast.

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    Before you apply

    Almost every university accepts an IELTS result for two years from the test date. If you're not sure about Queen's University Belfast, check its admissions page before you book.

    We found nothing from Queen's University Belfast on IELTS Online, so ask before you book it.

    If your score is a little below the requirement, many universities offer a pre-sessional English course. Ask the admissions office whether Queen's University Belfast does.

    Where this figure comes from

    We read this figure on Queen's University Belfast's own admissions page. Last checked: October 2026.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What IELTS score do I need for a master's at Queen's University Belfast?

    Queen's University Belfast asks for IELTS 6.5 overall for postgraduate study, with no band below 5.5. Some programmes ask for more, so check the course page.

    Does Queen's University Belfast accept the Duolingo English Test?

    We found no Duolingo minimum for Queen's University Belfast. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.

    Does Queen's University Belfast accept PTE Academic?

    We found no PTE Academic minimum for Queen's University Belfast. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.

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