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Accepted English Tests in Europe Instead of IELTS
Accepted English Tests in Europe Instead of IELTS (TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo)
The Main Options (At a Glance)
- TOEFL iBT: broad recognition across Europe; academic, internet-based; home edition often available.
- PTE Academic: computer-based; fast results; wide and growing acceptance across European universities.
- Duolingo English Test (DET): quick, affordable, widely accepted by many institutions; visa acceptance varies by country.
- Cambridge (B2/C1/C2): lifetime validity; widely respected.
- MOI (English-taught prior degree): accepted case-by-case.
- Pre-sessional English: on-campus or online courses to meet the condition if your score is close or you lack a test.
How to Choose Your Test
- Target countries & programs → check their accepted tests & minimum scores (often framed as CEFR B2/C1).
- Timeline → choose tests with faster dates/results (PTE/DET are often quick)
- Visa alignment → ensure your test also works at the visa stage or plan a pre-sessional.
Sample Target Levels
- Undergraduate admissions often require CEFR B2.
- Many taught masters prefer B2–C1.
Always match the program page thresholds.
Related Article
- Full process overview: Study in Europe Without IELTS.
- Destination overview: Countries in Europe Without IELTS.
FAQs
No. Many universities accept it for admission; check visa policy by country.
PTE and Duolingo typically provide the quickest turnaround; TOEFL also offers frequent dates.
Ask about a pre-sessional English course at the same university.