IETLS Requirements
IELTS (SELT or Non-SELT) or IELTS Indicator(tests taken from 1st July onwards) | |
Bangor Business School | 6.0 (5.5) |
Biological Sciences | 6.0 (5.5) |
Computer Science | 6.0 (5.5) |
Creative Studies & Media | 6.0 (5.5) |
Education | 6.0 (5.5) |
- QTS programmes | 7.0 (6.5) |
Electronic Engineering | 6.0 (5.5) |
English Literature / Creative Writing |
6.5 (6.0)* |
Environment, Natural Resources & Geography | 6.0 (5.5) |
Healthcare Sciences | |
- BN Nursing / BM Midwifery | 7.0 (7.0) |
- BSc Radiography | 7.0 (6.5) |
History, Welsh History & Archaeology | 6.0 (5.5) |
Law | 6.5 (6.0) |
LLB Law with Professional English | 6.0 (5.5) |
Linguistics & English Language | 6.0 (5.5) |
Medical Sciences | 6.0 (5.5) |
Modern Languages | 6.0 (5.5) |
Music | 6.0 (5.5) |
Ocean Sciences | 6.0 (5.5) |
Philosophy and Religion | 6.5 (6.0) |
Psychology | 6.0 (5.5) |
Social Sciences | 6.0 (5.5) |
Sport, Health & Exercise Science | 6.0 (5.5) |
Welsh | 6.0 (5.5) |
IELTS (SELT or Non-SELT) or IELTS Indicator (tests taken from 1st July onwards) | |
Bangor Business School | 7.0 (6.5) |
Biological Sciences | 6.0 (5.5) |
Computer Science | 6.0 (5.5) |
Creative Studies & Media | 7.0 (6.5) |
- MRes | 6.5 (6.0) |
Education | 6.5 (6.0) |
Electronic Engineering | 6.0 (5.5) (Writing 6.5) |
English Literature | 6.5 (6.0) |
Environment, Natural Resources & Geography | 6.5 (6.0) |
Healthcare Sciences | 7.0 (7.0) |
History, Welsh History & Archaeology | 6.0 (5.5) |
Law | 7.0 (6.5) |
Linguistics & English Language | 6.0 (5.5) |
Medical Sciences | 6.0 (5.5) |
Modern Languages | 6.5 (6.0) |
Music | 6.5 (6.0) |
Ocean Sciences | 6.5 (6.0) |
Philosophy and Religion | 7.0 (6.5) |
Psychology | 6.5 (6.0) |
- MRes, Master by Research | 6.5 (6.0) |
- IMSCAR | 7.0 (6.5) |
Social Sciences | 6.5 (6.0) |
Sport, Health & Exercise Science | 6.5 (6.0) |
Welsh | 6.0 (5.5) |
Other Acceptable Evidence of English Language Proficiency
Bangor University English Language Test (BUELT) Score required for Degree Programs
The level required will vary according to the course and level of study that you are applying for:
IELTS score required |
Equivalent BUELT score required |
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6.0 (5.5) |
60% (50%) |
6.5 (6.0) |
65% (60%) |
7.0 (6.5) |
70% (65%) |
An overall score of between 55% and 59%, with no less than 45% in any module (apart from Grammar) allows candidates to proceed to their studies after completion of a 6-week English enhancement course at ELCOS.
For further information about the test and how to apply, please go to BUELT.
Bangor University English Language Test (BUELT) Score required for Pre-Sessional Programs
If you don’t satisfy the above scores required for direct entry onto our degree programs, then you can consider joining one of our ELCOS Pre-sessional courses, the entry requirements for the ELCOS courses will vary according to the course you are applying for:
IELTS score required |
Equivalent BUELT score required |
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4.5 |
- |
5.0 |
50% (40%) |
5.5 |
50% (45%) |
For entry onto a Postgraduate course: Generally students who are nationals of a majority English-speaking country or have graduated from university in a majority English-speaking country (as defined by the UKVI) will be exempt from IELTS requirements.
For entry onto an Undergraduate course: Students who are nationals of a majority English-speaking country (as defined by the UKVI) may be exempt from IELTS requirements if they have scored a minimum of Grade C in English Language in IGCSE/O Level OR EQUIVALENT
Pearson PTE Score required for Degree Programs
Bangor University recognises the Pearson PTE test scores. The level required will vary according to the course and level of study that you are applying for;
IELTS score required | Equivalent Pearson (PTE) score required |
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6.0 (5.5) | 56 (51) |
6.5 (6.0) | 62 (58) |
7.0 (6.5) | 67 (62) |
Pearson PTE Score required for Pre-Sessional Programs
If you don’t satisfy the above scores required for direct entry onto our degree programs, then you can consider joining one of our ELCOS Pre-sessional courses, the entry requirements for the ELCOS courses will vary according to the course you are applying for:
IELTS score required | Equivalent Pearson (PTE) score required |
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4.5 | 30 (30) |
5.0 | 36 (30) |
5.5 | 42 (36) |
Bangor University recognises the Cambridge English test scores. The level required will vary according to the course and level of study that you are applying for;
IELTS score required |
Equivalent B2 First (formerly CEF) score required |
Equivalent CAE score required |
Equivalent CPE score required |
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6.0 (5.5) |
168 |
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6.5 (6.0) |
175 |
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7.0 (6.5) |
180 |
185 |
CPE Certificate Holder |
Bangor University recognises the ISE II and ISE III Language Tests. The level required will vary according to the course and level of study that you are applying for;
IELTS score required |
Equivalent ISE II score required |
Equivalent ISE III score required |
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6.0 (5.5) |
‘Merit’ in 4 elements |
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6.5 (6.0) |
‘Distinction’ in 4 elements |
‘Pass’ in 4 elements |
7.0 (6.5) |
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‘Pass’ in 4 elements |
Please note: ‘Pass’ score in 4 elements of ISE II test will make you eligible for our 8-week presessional course.
Duolingo English Test – Online Test Score required for Degree Programs
The Duolingo English Test is an online English proficiency test that can be taken online, on-demand, in under an hour for only $49. The test is taken via a computer with a camera and includes a proficiency score, video interview, and writing sample which are shared with Bangor University when you send your results. Certified results are available within 48 hours of the test session. More information can be found here.
IELTS score required |
Minimum Equivalent Duolingo Score Required |
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6.0 (5.5) (CEFR B2) |
105 (90) |
6.5 (6.0) (CEFR B2) |
115 (105) |
7.0 (6.5) (CEFR C1) | 125 (120) |
Duolingo English Test – Online Test Score required for Pre-Sessional Programs
If you don’t satisfy the above scores required for direct entry onto our degree programs, then you can consider joining one of our ELCOS Pre-sessional courses, the entry requirements for the ELCOS courses will vary according to the course you are applying for:
IELTS score required |
Minimum Equivalent Duolingo Score Required |
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4.5 (CEFR B1) |
65 (60) |
5.0 (CEFR B1) |
75 (60) |
5.5 (CEFR B1) | 85 (60) |
TOEFL iBT (TOEFL iBT taken at test centres and TOEFL iBT ‘at home’) Score required for Degree Programs
Bangor University recognises the TOEFL iBT (TOEFL iBT taken at test centres and TOEFL iBT ‘at home’) test scores. The level required will vary according to the course and level of study that you are applying for:
IELTS score required |
Equivalent TOEFL iBT score required |
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6.0 (5.5) |
75 overall (L-17, R-18, S-20, W-18) |
6.5 (6.0) |
85 overall (L-20, R-20, S-20,W-22) |
TOEFL iBT (TOEFL iBT taken at test centres and TOEFL iBT ‘at home’) Score required for Pre-Sessional Programs
If you don’t satisfy the above scores required for direct entry onto our degree programs, then you can consider joining one of our ELCOS Pre-sessional courses, the entry requirements for the ELCOS courses will vary according to the course you are applying for:
IELTS score required |
Equivalent TOEFL iBT score required |
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4.5 |
32 - 34 overall |
5.0 |
35 - 45 overall |
5.5 | 46 - 59 overall |
LanguageCert International ESOL (both Online and Paper based) Score required for Degree Programs
Bangor University recognises the LanguageCert International ESOL (both Online and Paper based) test scores. The level required will vary according to the course and level of study that you are applying for:
IELTS score required |
Equivalent LanguageCert ESOL score required |
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6.0 (5.5) |
Communication Pass |
6.5 (6.0) |
Communication High pass |
If you don’t satisfy the above scores required for direct entry onto our degree programs, then you can consider joining one of our ELCOS Pre-sessional courses, the entry requirements for the ELCOS courses will vary according to the course you are applying for:
LanguageCert International ESOL (both Online and Paper based) Score required for Pre-Sessional Programs
IELTS score required |
Equivalent LanguageCert ESOL score required |
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5.5 |
B1 Achiever Pass |
Bangor University also recognises the TEM (Test for English Major) 4 and 8 certificate for the majority of our academic degree courses.
IELTS score required |
Equivalent CET China – Band 6 score required |
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6.0 (5.5) |
550 plus BUELT speaking test 50%+ |
IELCA (International English Language Competency Assessment) Score required for Degree Programs
Bangor University recognises the IELCA test scores. The level required will vary according to the course and level of study that you are applying for;
IELTS score required Equivalent IELCA score required
6.0 (5.5) 30 (30)
6.5 (6.0) 35 (30)
7.0 (6.5) 40 (35)
IELCA (International English Language Competency Assessment Course) Score required for Pre-Sessional Programs
If you don’t satisfy the above scores required for direct entry onto our degree programs, then you can consider joining one of our ELCOS Pre-sessional courses, the entry requirements for the ELCOS courses will vary according to the course you are applying for:
IELTS score required Equivalent IELCA score required
4.5 30 (20)
5.0 25 (20)
5.5 30 (25)
Bangor University recognises the Oxford International English Language Level test scores. The level required will vary according to the course and level of study that you are applying for;
IELTS score required |
Equivalent Oxford International English Language Level score required |
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6.0 (5.5) |
5 overall (no element below 4) |
6.5 (6.0) |
6 (no element below 5) |
If you do not meet the English language requirement detailed above, we advise you to opt for a Pre-sessional course offered by Bangor University’s English Language Centre for Overseas Students (ELCOS). These courses enable students to reach the language level required for entry onto degree courses. A range of courses are available from intensive short courses to all-year-round study.
Pre-sessional courses
If you have not been able to achieve the English language level required for your chosen course, you may apply to undertake a Pre-sessional English course at Bangor University.
Contact:
For further information, please contact the International Admissions Office by email at internationaladmissions@bangor.ac.uk or by telephone on +44 (0) 1248 382028.