PTE for Arts & Humanities in the United Kingdom from Bosnia and Herzegovina: the score you need

The PTE score you need for the United Kingdom

PTE Academic (UKVI) is on the UK's list of Secure English Language Tests for student visas, and most UK universities accept PTE Academic for admission. For Skilled Worker visas the English requirement is usually met through your profession's registration or an approved test.

Nearly all UK universities accept PTE Academic, and PTE Academic (UKVI) is on the UK's approved SELT list for the student visa. Worldwide, PTE Academic is accepted by over 3,000 institutions across nearly 70 countries. Confirm the exact score your programme needs on its official admissions page.

Study, work and PR each set their own bar (study is usually the lowest, PR the highest). These figures change and are component-specific — confirm the live number on UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) before you rely on it. Source: UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI).

PTE for the United Kingdom — common questions

What PTE score do I need for the United Kingdom?

There is no single number — study, skilled work and PR each set their own bar (study is usually the lowest, PR the highest), and the figures are component-specific. Confirm the live requirement on the official source rather than a third-party number that may be stale.

Is PTE accepted for the United Kingdom immigration?

For study, yes — PTE Academic is accepted by United Kingdom's universities and student-visa route. For some professional registration or work routes it may not be, so check the specific body.

Can I study Arts & Humanities in the United Kingdom without IELTS?

In most cases yes — PTE Academic is accepted by United Kingdom's universities (67 verified Arts & Humanities institutions in our directory) and its student-visa authority. Some applicants also qualify through English-medium-of-instruction; confirm with your chosen institution.

Which PTE is accepted — Academic, Core or General?

PTE Academic for study and most migration routes. Confirm against your specific visa or institution.

How long is my PTE score valid for the United Kingdom?

PTE Academic results are typically valid for two years; some immigration routes specify their own window. Confirm the current rule on the official UK source before you book.

PTE vs IELTS for the United Kingdom — which should I take?

Both are accepted. PTE Academic is fully computer-scored with faster results, which some people prefer; choose by the format you're most comfortable with. Neither is "better" — they're different tests with honest trade-offs.