Australia — Canberra
PTE score for Australian National University
Australian National University accepts PTE Academic for all international admissions. The standard requirement is 64 overall for undergraduate and 64 overall for postgraduate programs, with per-skill minimums on both.
Last verified 2026-06-19. Source: English language admission requirements — ANU Policy Library
PTE Academic score requirements
Undergraduate
64
overall minimum
Band 1 (standard) for most undergraduate programs. Some programs (Medicine, Psychology) require higher scores.
Postgraduate
64
overall minimum
Band 1 (general). Band 2 (Medicine): overall 70, skills 60. Band 3 (Clinical/Professional Psychology): overall 70, skills 65.
Visa note: Australian student visa (subclass 500) requires PTE Academic 30 overall. This is set by the Australian government, not the university.
Requirements are set by Australian National University and can change. Always verify at the English language admission requirements — ANU Policy Library before applying.
PTE requirements by program and faculty
Australian National University sets different PTE score thresholds depending on your program. The table below lists the most common bands — always confirm the exact requirement for your intended course.
| Band / Level | Overall | Each skill | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 64 | 60+ | Most undergraduate, postgraduate coursework, and HDR programsNote: Per-skill minimum increases from 55 to 60 for study commencing 1 Jan 2027 onward |
| Medicine | 70 | 60+ | Doctor of Medicine and Surgery (MChD) |
| Clinical Psychology | 70 | 65+ | Master of Clinical Psychology, Master of Professional Psychology, PhD (Clinical Psychology) |
To find the exact PTE requirement for your specific degree, use the ANU Programs & Courses and select your intended program.
What if your score is below the requirement?
A PTE score that is 2 to 5 points below the requirement is almost always a single-skill problem. One weak skill — commonly Writing or Speaking — pulls the overall score below the threshold while the other three are already sufficient.
The fastest path to closing that gap is identifying which skill is the bottleneck, then drilling it specifically. A free 10-minute diagnostic on this site identifies your weakest skill from your response patterns — no guessing, no wasted prep time.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Australian National University in Canberra, Australia accepts PTE Academic as proof of English proficiency for both undergraduate and postgraduate admissions. The minimum requirement for most undergraduate programs is 64 overall with no skill below 60, and for postgraduate programs 64 overall with no skill below 60.
For undergraduate entry at Australian National University, you generally need a PTE Academic overall score of 64 with no skill below 60. For postgraduate (masters or graduate coursework) entry, the standard requirement is 64 overall with no skill below 60. Band 1 (general). Band 2 (Medicine): overall 70, skills 60. Band 3 (Clinical/Professional Psychology): overall 70, skills 65. Always confirm with Australian National University directly, as individual faculties and programs can set higher requirements.
Most masters and graduate coursework programs at Australian National University require a PTE Academic overall score of 64 with per-skill minimums of Listening 60, Reading 60, Writing 60 and Speaking 60. Band 1 (general). Band 2 (Medicine): overall 70, skills 60. Band 3 (Clinical/Professional Psychology): overall 70, skills 65.
Australian student visa (subclass 500) requires PTE Academic 30 overall. This is set by the Australian government, not the university.
If your current PTE score is below the Australian National University requirement, there are two realistic paths. First, resit PTE Academic after targeted preparation focusing on your weakest skill (one low skill can pull your overall score significantly below the threshold). Second, check whether Australian National University offers a conditional admission pathway through an English language pathway program, which allows entry at a lower score followed by an on-campus English course before your degree starts. The free diagnostic on this site identifies exactly which skill is holding your score back.
Australian National University accepts both PTE Academic and IELTS. The tests measure the same skills but in different formats. PTE Academic is fully computer-delivered and AI-scored, which removes examiner variability from Speaking and Writing. Many candidates who find the IELTS Speaking interview stressful prefer PTE's recorded format. The best test for you depends on your strengths. Try a free PTE mock to see where you stand.
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