PTE score for Deakin University

Yes. Deakin University in Geelong/Melbourne, Australia accepts PTE Academic as proof of English proficiency for both undergraduate and postgraduate admissions. The minimum requirement for most undergraduate programs is 58 overall with no skill below 50, and for postgraduate programs 64 overall with no skill below 58.

For undergraduate entry at Deakin University, you generally need a PTE Academic overall score of 58 with no skill below 50. For postgraduate (masters or graduate coursework) entry, the standard requirement is 64 overall with no skill below 58. Standard postgraduate. Always confirm with Deakin University directly, as individual faculties and programs can set higher requirements.

Most masters and graduate coursework programs at Deakin University require a PTE Academic overall score of 64 with per-skill minimums of Listening 58, Reading 58, Writing 58 and Speaking 58. Standard postgraduate.

Accepted for Australian student visa (subclass 500).

If your current PTE score is below the Deakin University requirement, there are two realistic paths. First, resit PTE Academic after targeted preparation focusing on your weakest skill (one low skill can pull your overall score significantly below the threshold). Second, check whether Deakin University offers a conditional admission pathway through an English language pathway program, which allows entry at a lower score followed by an on-campus English course before your degree starts. The free diagnostic on this site identifies exactly which skill is holding your score back.

Deakin University accepts both PTE Academic and IELTS. The tests measure the same skills but in different formats. PTE Academic is fully computer-delivered and AI-scored, which removes examiner variability from Speaking and Writing. Many candidates who find the IELTS Speaking interview stressful prefer PTE's recorded format. The best test for you depends on your strengths — try a free PTE mock to see where you stand.