PTE
What is PTE?
PTE Grades you on what you say by using AI against thousands of previous responses. Fully computer based with no face to face examination.To complete a PTE Academic test, you will need to attend a secure Pearson test center. You will use a computer and headset to listen to, read and respond to questions.
Is there a minimum acceptable score for PTE?
There is no passing score for the PTE exam. However, from the total range of 10-90, a score of 50-63 is considered competent. For better and standard university options, it is expected to score in the range of 65-75 or above.
What is the format of PTE?
Part 1:
Speaking & Writing
(77 – 93 minutes)
Personal introduction
Read aloud
Repeat sentence
Describe image
Re-tell lecture
Answer short question
Summarize written text
Essay (20 mins)
Part 2:
Reading
(32 – 40 minutes)
Part 3:
Listening
(45 – 57 minutes)
What is the difference between Academic Module and General Training module?
Both modules cover all four language skills – listening, reading, writing and speaking. Everyone takes the same Listening and Speaking tests. There are different Reading and Writing tests for the Academic and General Training modules.
The Listening, Reading and Writing tests must be completed on the same day. There are no breaks between the three written tests. The Speaking test may be taken up to seven days before or after the other three tests.
