Birkbeck, University of London English Requirements
United Kingdom
Birkbeck, University of London, established in 1823, is a public research university located in Bloomsbury, London, and a constituent college of the University of London. It is known for its unique evening teaching model that allows students to balance studies with work, and it awards University of London degrees across undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programmes.
Quick answer
Birkbeck, University of London accepts Cambridge English, IELTS Academic, LanguageCert Academic, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, and Trinity ISE for international admission. Undergraduate applicants typically need TOEFL iBT 4.5 (1–6) and IELTS Academic 6.5.
Undergraduate requirements
The university-wide standard for first-year international applicants.
| Duolingo English Test | Unknown | |
| TOEFL iBT | 4.51–6≈86+0–120 | R 4 · W 4.5 · S 4 · L 4 |
| TOEFL iBT | 790–120≈41–6 | R 18 · W 23 · S 19 · L 19 |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | |
| PTE Academic | 62 | |
| Cambridge English | 176 | |
| LanguageCert Academic | 70 | |
| Trinity ISE | 96 |
Graduate requirements
The university-wide standard for graduate and postgraduate international applicants. Individual programs may require higher scores.
| Duolingo English Test | Unknown | |
| TOEFL iBT | 4.51–6≈86+0–120 | R 4 · W 4.5 · S 4 · L 4 |
| TOEFL iBT | 790–120≈41–6 | R 18 · W 23 · S 19 · L 19 |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | |
| PTE Academic | 62 | |
| Cambridge English | 176 | |
| LanguageCert Academic | 70 | |
| Trinity ISE | 96 |
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Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL iBT score do I need for Birkbeck, University of London?+
Undergraduate admission to Birkbeck, University of London requires TOEFL iBT 4.5 (1–6) or higher. Graduate programs may require more, depending on the program.
What IELTS Academic score do I need for Birkbeck, University of London?+
Undergraduate admission to Birkbeck, University of London requires IELTS Academic 6.5 or higher. Graduate programs may require more, depending on the program.
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