University of Birmingham English Requirements
United Kingdom
The University of Birmingham, founded in 1900 by royal charter, is the original 'redbrick' university and a founding member of the Russell Group. Located in Edgbaston, Birmingham, England, it is a major research-intensive university with a global reputation, counting 10 Nobel laureates among its staff and alumni. The university also operates a campus in Dubai.
Quick answer
University of Birmingham accepts Cambridge English, IELTS Academic, Oxford ELLT, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, Trinity ISE, and LanguageCert Academic for international admission.
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 | |
| TOEFL iBT | 800–120≈41–6 | R 19 · W 19 · S 21 · L 19 |
| IELTS Academic | 6 | |
| PTE Academic | 64 | |
| Cambridge English | 169 | |
| Oxford ELLT | 6 | |
| Trinity ISE | No published minimum |
Already have a score?
Convert your score across DET, TOEFL, IELTS, and PTE to see how it compares to University of Birmingham's requirement.
Preparing for one of these tests?
Arno gives you unlimited AI-scored practice for the Duolingo English Test, PTE, and TOEFL, with instant feedback on every answer.
Start practicing freeRequirements are read from University of Birmingham's own admissions pages and refreshed regularly. Admission requirements change between cycles. Always confirm on the university's admissions page before applying.