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Cardiff University IELTS requirements

Cardiff University asks for IELTS 6.5 overall for undergraduate study.
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Undergraduate

6.5Overall

Minimum per band not stated

Postgraduate

Not listed. Ask the university.

Note: Official: majority of courses request IELTS 6.5 or 7.0; component minimums vary by course.

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Your overall band

    You need 6.5 for Cardiff University.

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    TOEFL, Duolingo and PTE minimums

    We found no TOEFL, Duolingo or PTE minimum for Cardiff University.

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    Before you apply

    Almost every university accepts an IELTS result for two years from the test date. If you're not sure about Cardiff University, check its admissions page before you book.

    We found nothing from Cardiff University on IELTS Online, so ask before you book it.

    If your score is a little below the requirement, many universities offer a pre-sessional English course. Ask the admissions office whether Cardiff University does.

    Where this figure comes from

    We read this figure on Cardiff University's own admissions page. Last checked: October 2026.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What IELTS score do I need for a master's at Cardiff University?

    We found no postgraduate IELTS figure for Cardiff University. Ask the admissions office about the course you want.

    Does Cardiff University accept the Duolingo English Test?

    We found no Duolingo minimum for Cardiff University. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.

    Does Cardiff University accept PTE Academic?

    We found no PTE Academic minimum for Cardiff University. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.

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