IELTS

Many students find PTE easier because it is marked by a computer and uses templates. You can get a high score quickly if you practice the test pattern well. However the computer is very strict about your pronunciation during the speaking part.

The minimum IELTS scores depend on the level an international student is applying for at the University of Queensland. However, to become eligible for most of the UQ courses, the students would generally need an overall IELTS score of 6.5  and a  6.0 in all the other strands which are Reading, Listening, Reading and Writing. 

Other than IELTS, international students can also opt to go for exams given below, they would require minimum scores in these as well -

• PTE: 64 - 72
• TOEFL: 87 - 100

As per the latest research published by Pearson PTE in July 2025, the IELTS and PTE concordance were updated for this year. Hence, the PTE scores corresponding to an IELTS band score 7.0 lie in the range of 63-70.

No, PTE and IELTS are different exams. These are two different English proficiency exams that Indian students must take to study abroad. Both these exams differ in terms of their pattern, structure, question types, intent, scoring, results delivery, scoring scale, acceptance and popularity. However, fees for both these IELTS and PTE are same for Indian students, i.e. INR 18,000. 

The difficulty is exactly same. The questions are same. But, if you have good typing speed, computer test feels easier for Writing task. Also, for Reading task, the screen is split so you can see passage and questions together, which many students find helpful.

In IELTS exam, if you get less marks in only one subject like Writing or Reading, you don't need to give the full IELTS test again. In this case you can take only that module of IELTS test. This saves your time and money. But you must book this within 60 days of your original test.

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A 7.5 overall IELTS score is strong and will generally satisfy the English language requirement for most universities and professional purposes. You're in a good position academically and professionally.

The IELTS exam is a test to prove your English level for study abroad or work. Countries like UK, Canada, and Australia need this proof for your student visa. Without this score, the embassy thinks you cannot manage there.

Yes! Sweden is very flexible. If you have completed a Bachelor degree (like Engineering) in India where the medium was English, you usually get an IELTS exemption. You just need to show your college transcripts or a certificate saying your studies were in English. You don't need to write the exam again.

Yes, you can study MBA in UK without IELTS. In fact, for MBA, it is easier. If you have some work experience, universities feel that you use English in your office daily. So, they waive off the exam condition. Also, if you give a good online interview, you can get seat in top MBA colleges for the 2026 intake easily.