Teesside University IELTS requirements
Undergraduate
6.0Overall
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: UG 5.5 (STEM/art) to 6.0 (business/law); Health 7.0; PG Education/Law/Psych 6.5. Online IELTS accepted for degrees.
How far are you?
Pick your band to compare it with Teesside University's requirement.
You need 6.0 for Teesside University.
TOEFL, Duolingo and PTE minimums
We found no TOEFL, Duolingo or PTE minimum for Teesside University.
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 Teesside University, check its admissions page before you book.
Teesside University 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 Teesside University does.
Similar universities
In the UK, with a similar IELTS requirement.
Abertay University
Dundee, United KingdomUG6.0min 5.5 eachPG6.0min 5.5 eachAnglia Ruskin University
Cambridge, United KingdomUG6.0min 5.5 eachPG6.5min 5.5 eachArden University
Coventry, United KingdomUG6.0min 5.5 eachPG6.0min 5.5 eachArts University Bournemouth
Poole, United KingdomUG6.0min 5.5 eachPG6.5min 5.5 eachAston University
Birmingham, United KingdomUG6.0min 5.5 eachPG6.0min 5.5 eachBangor University
Bangor, United KingdomUG6.0min 5.5 eachPG6.0min 5.5 each
Where this figure comes from
We read this figure on Teesside University's own admissions page. Last checked: October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score do I need for a master's at Teesside University?
Teesside University 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 Teesside University accept the Duolingo English Test?
We found no Duolingo minimum for Teesside University. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.
Does Teesside University accept PTE Academic?
We found no PTE Academic minimum for Teesside University. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.
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