Study Abroad Without IELTS: More Doors Open for Pakistani Students in 2025

South Asia is witnessing a growing wave of young students heading abroad—especially from Pakistan—to pursue quality education in the UK, US, Europe, and other developed countries. These students are drawn by global career prospects, advanced academic environments, and generous scholarships.

A major shift fueling this trend is the removal of IELTS (International English Language Testing System) requirements by many international universities, especially for students who previously studied in English-medium institutions. “This change cuts barriers and opens doors for Pakistani students who may find IELTS challenging due to language skills or exam costs.”

To seize this opportunity, students are advised to verify each university’s specific English language criteria. “To take advantage of these opportunities, students should carefully check university English requirements, consider alternative English proficiency tests like Duolingo, maintain strong academic records in English, and explore scholarship options.”

Universities across Europe and Malaysia have made entry easier. For example, Malaysian institutions like the University of Malaya, Universiti Putra Malaysia, and Taylor’s University accept English proficiency certificates or proof of prior English education instead of IELTS. Likewise, Hungarian, Turkish, German, Latvian, Czech, Lithuanian, and other European universities offer similar exemptions.

“With travel ease, the future outlook for Pakistani students studying abroad without IELTS remains promising, but only if you find the right institution and degree.”

A wide list of universities is now accessible to Pakistani students without requiring IELTS, providing more affordable and realistic pathways to international education.

Study in Europe, Malaysia Without IELTS