Australia — Adelaide
PTE score for University of Adelaide
University of Adelaide 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 proficiency — Adelaide University
PTE Academic score requirements
Undergraduate
64
overall minimum
PTE 64 maps to IELTS 6.5 per Adelaide's equivalency table. Nursing and Midwifery programs require overall 72 with 72 in all skills.
Postgraduate
64
overall minimum
Same as UG for most coursework programs. Nursing and Midwifery require overall 72 with 72 in all skills. Per-skill minimum of 60 is based on Adelaide's IELTS 6.0 equivalency.
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 University of Adelaide and can change. Always verify at the English language proficiency — Adelaide University before applying.
PTE requirements by program and faculty
University of Adelaide 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 | 60 | 60+ | Many undergraduate programs (Arts, Sciences, general coursework) |
| Higher | 64 | 64+ | Many postgraduate coursework programs, Engineering, Business |
| Nursing & Midwifery | 72 | 72+ | Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Midwifery, Master of Nursing, Master of Midwifery |
| Professional/Clinical | 74 | 74+ | Select clinical and health professional programs (check course page) |
To find the exact PTE requirement for your specific degree, use the Adelaide University Course Search 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. University of Adelaide in Adelaide, 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 University of Adelaide, 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. Same as UG for most coursework programs. Nursing and Midwifery require overall 72 with 72 in all skills. Per-skill minimum of 60 is based on Adelaide's IELTS 6.0 equivalency. Always confirm with University of Adelaide directly, as individual faculties and programs can set higher requirements.
Most masters and graduate coursework programs at University of Adelaide require a PTE Academic overall score of 64 with per-skill minimums of Listening 60, Reading 60, Writing 60 and Speaking 60. Same as UG for most coursework programs. Nursing and Midwifery require overall 72 with 72 in all skills. Per-skill minimum of 60 is based on Adelaide's IELTS 6.0 equivalency.
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 University of Adelaide 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 University of Adelaide 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.
University of Adelaide 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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