As such, there is no “pass mark” per se. You are awarded points based on your ability to use the English language.
PTE Academic measures the ability “to use English in academic settings”.
The score report has an overall score, from 10 to 90 points.
Separate scores are also given between 10 to 90 to each of the skills of – Listening, Reading, Speaking, Writing.
The PTE score that you should be aiming at will depend upon the course that you are applying for.
Generally, the following are required –
- For UK Tier 4 visas for students wishing to study below degree level: PTE of at least 36
- For UK Tier 4 visas for students wishing to study at or above degree level: PTE of at least 51
Do keep in mind that if you wish to pursue your studies at any U.K. Higher Education institution, either at the degree level or above, the concerned university will be the deciding factor for the PTE score that will be required.
Usually, the following have been seen to be needed for admission to universities in the U.K.–
- For MBA: minimum PTE between 59 to 69
- For postgraduate studies: minimum PTE between 57 to 67
- For undergraduate studies: minimum PTE between 51 to 61