Know About PTE

PTE Academic (The Pearson Test of English Academic)

PTE Academic is the world’s leading computer-based test of English for study abroad and immigration.

PTE Academic offers fast, flexible English testing. Candidates can schedule their test as little as twenty-four hours in advance, and typically receive their results within five business days. PTE Academic offers flexible testing locations, with test centres in over 50 countries worldwide.

PTE Academic is accepted by thousands of academic programs worldwide, including prestigious institutions such as Harvard Business School, INSEAD and Yale University.

ABOUT THE TEST

Pearson Test of English General (PTE General) is designed to reward positive achievement in English language learning. PTE General integrates all four skills (Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing) and focuses on assessing the ability of communicating in English, rather than test-taking skills. The tasks in the test are a natural continuation of what happens in the classroom, giving test takers the opportunity to perform at their best.

  • Assessment of communicative ability
    PTE General is a scenario-based English language test designed to allow students the freedom to express themselves, show what they can do and how well they can use English.
  • Realistic and familiar tasks
    The test uses real-life material and tasks, such as writing messages, understanding talks and newspaper articles, or participating in conversation.
  • Positive testing experience
    Through a variety of tasks that are relevant and authentic the test will help students identify their strengths and track improvement and success.

TEST FORMAT

PTE General consists of two parts: a written paper and a spoken test. The written paper tests listening, reading comprehension and writing skills and is marked by external examiners in the UK. The spoken test is assessed by trained local examiners and is sent to the UK for moderation. There are six levels which are linked to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEF). All levels in the test are awarded by Edexcel and accredited by Ofqual in the UK. PTE General certificates do not expire. English language learners are encouraged to seek opportunities to practice the language and confirm their progress regularly.