Royal Northern College of Music IELTS requirements
Undergraduate
5.5Overall
Each band at least 5.5
- Listening5.5
- Reading5.5
- Writing5.5
- Speaking5.5
Postgraduate
6.0Overall
Each band at least 5.5
- Listening5.5
- Reading5.5
- Writing5.5
- Speaking5.5
Note: BMus 5.5 each; GRNCM 7.0; MMus 6.0 (5.5 each), some 6.5–7.0; research 7.0. IELTS Online not accepted.
How far are you?
Pick your band to compare it with Royal Northern College of Music's requirement.
You need 5.5 for Royal Northern College of Music.
TOEFL, Duolingo and PTE minimums
We found no TOEFL, Duolingo or PTE minimum for Royal Northern College of Music.
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 Royal Northern College of Music, check its admissions page before you book.
Royal Northern College of Music says it does not accept IELTS Online, so book a test at a centre.
If your score is a little below the requirement, many universities offer a pre-sessional English course. Ask the admissions office whether Royal Northern College of Music does.
Similar universities
In the UK, with a similar IELTS requirement.
Guildhall School of Music & Drama
London, United KingdomUG5.5min 5.5 eachPG5.5min 5.5 eachRavensbourne 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 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 Royal Northern College of Music's own admissions page. Last checked: October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score do I need for a master's at Royal Northern College of Music?
Royal Northern College of Music asks for IELTS 6.0 overall for postgraduate study, with no band below 5.5. Some programmes ask for more, so check the course page.
Does Royal Northern College of Music accept the Duolingo English Test?
We found no Duolingo minimum for Royal Northern College of Music. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.
Does Royal Northern College of Music accept PTE Academic?
We found no PTE Academic minimum for Royal Northern College of Music. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.
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