Royal Welsh College 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: 5.5–7.0 by course; Musical Theatre/MFA 7.0; MA Arts Management 7.0.
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Pick your band to compare it with Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama's requirement.
You need 5.5 for Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama.
TOEFL, Duolingo and PTE minimums
| Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL iBT | 72 | 72 |
| Duolingo English Test | Not stated | Not stated |
| PTE Academic | 59 | 59 |
Before you apply
Almost every university accepts an IELTS result for two years from the test date. If you're not sure about Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, check its admissions page before you book.
We found nothing from Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama 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 Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama 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 Northern College of Music
Manchester, United KingdomUG5.5min 5.5 eachPG6.0min 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 Welsh College 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 Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama?
Royal Welsh College 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 Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama accept the Duolingo English Test?
We found no Duolingo minimum for Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.
Does Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama accept PTE Academic?
Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama lists a PTE Academic minimum: 59 for undergraduate and 59 for postgraduate. Check the page for your course, as some ask for more.
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