English
IELTS
International English Language Testing System
- Accepted in
- UK, Canada, Australia, NZ, Ireland, USA & 140+ countries
- Duration
- 2 hrs 45 min
- Scoring
- Band 0–9
Test guidance
IELTS, PTE and other tests
What each English and admission test involves and which countries accept it. We'll help you decide which one to take and when.
- Free first consultation
- Fees agreed in writing
The basics
Two kinds of test
Most students need an English test. Some courses also ask for an admission test.
English tests
Prove your English
Most universities teaching in English ask for one of these. Which one depends on the country and university you choose.
IELTSPTE AcademicTOEFL iBTDuolingo
Admission tests
Show academic readiness
Some programmes also ask for an aptitude test: the SAT for many US bachelor's degrees and the GRE for many MS programmes.
SATGRE General
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Tests at a glance
The main tests students take for admission to universities abroad.
English
PTE Academic
Pearson Test of English
- Accepted in
- Australia, UK, NZ, Canada, Ireland & most US universities
- Duration
- 2 hrs
- Scoring
- 10–90
English
TOEFL iBT
Test of English as a Foreign Language
- Accepted in
- USA, Canada & 11,500+ institutions
- Duration
- ~2 hrs
- Scoring
- 0–120
English
Duolingo English Test
Online, adaptive English test
- Accepted in
- 4,500+ institutions incl. USA, UK, Canada
- Duration
- 1 hr
- Scoring
- 10–160
Admission
SAT
Scholastic Assessment Test (Digital)
- Accepted in
- US universities & many in Canada, UK and Asia
- Duration
- 2 hrs 14 min
- Scoring
- 400–1600
Admission
GRE General
Graduate Record Examination
- Accepted in
- MS programmes in the USA, Canada, Germany & more
- Duration
- 1 hr 58 min
- Scoring
- 260–340
Formats and scoring change from time to time. Always check the official test website before you book.
Planning
Fit the test into your timeline
1
Pick the test
Based on the countries and universities on your shortlist.
2
Set a date
Work back from application deadlines so there's time for a retake.
3
Prepare
Use official practice material and sample papers from the test provider.
4
Check your score
We compare your result with each university's entry requirement.
How we help
Guidance, not coaching
We don't run coaching classes. We help you choose the right test and plan your preparation around your application deadlines.
- Advice on which test suits your destination and course
- A realistic timeline for booking and taking the test
- Pointers to official practice material
- Checking your score against university requirements
Book your test directly with the official provider. We'll help you pick a sensible date.
Not sure which test to take?
We'll look at your destination and course and help you pick the right test and a date to aim for.
- No obligation
- Fees agreed in writing
- Fully confidential
