PTE

What Is PTE?

The Pearson Test of English Academic or PTE – has quickly grown to become the preferred English test for students and migrant visa applicants alike around the world, especially, Australia and New Zealand. In addition to its unbiased approach to testing, the test has many unique advantages. PTE Academic is an English test trusted by universities, colleges, and governments around the world. It is the fastest computer-based English test and allows you to demonstrate language skills.During the three-hour test session, there will be three main parts to the test: speaking and writing (together), listening and reading. There are twenty different question formats, ranging from multiple choice questions through to essay writing and interpreting information. PTE Academic assesses real-life, academic English, so you will hear excerpts from lectures and view graphs and charts. You will hear a range of accents in the test, from British and American to non-native speakers, so you will be exposed to the type of accents you will encounter in everyday life.

Why choose PTE?

Fast results

Most test takers get their results within 48 hours. Plus, you can choose from frequent test dates and book last-minute.

Less stress

Choose a better test experience with our two-hour computer-based exam, friendly test environment, and straightforward booking.

Complete preparation

Build confidence for test day with our mix of preparation packages, scored practice tests, and free resources.

How PTE Academic Works

Taken in a test center

Computer-based with headset

Two hours long

Assesses real-life English

20 question types

Single test session

The Three Parts Of The Test

Part 1

Speaking & Writing

54 – 67 Minutes

his part of the test contains seven
different question types. You will be
tested on both your speaking and writing
skills, and will use English you might hear in an academic environment.

Part 2

Reading

29 – 30 Minutes

This part of the test contains five different question types, and tests your ability to read academic English. One item type assesses both writing and reading skills.

Part 3

Listening

30 – 43 Minutes

This part of the test contains eight
question types and tests your listening
skills, through a series of audio and video
clips.

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