PEARSON TEST OF ENGLISH
English tests without the stress
Study, work or live abroad with PTE
Trusted by 3,900+ universities and colleges worldwide
Accepted for visa applications to Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the UK
Computer-based tests with results in typically 48 hours
Preparation materials to get you test ready with confidence
PTE is a world-leading provider of English
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PTE Academic
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PTE Core
A general English test, recognized by the Canadian government for immigration and citizenship applications.
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Pearson Test of English (PTE)
Overview:
– Purpose: Assess English language skills for study, work, and migration.
– Format: Computer-based test.
– Duration: Approximately 3 hours.
– Scoring: Scores range from 10 to 90.
Test Sections:
1. Speaking & Writing:
– Speaking: Includes Personal Introduction, Read Aloud, Repeat Sentence, Describe Image, and Re-tell Lecture tasks.
– Writing: Includes Summarize Written Text and Essay tasks.
2. Reading:
– Tasks: Includes Multiple-choice Questions (MCQs), Re-order Paragraphs, and Fill in the Blanks.
– Format: Academic and General Training texts.
3. Listening:
– Tasks: Includes Summarize Spoken Text, Multiple-choice Questions, Fill in the Blanks, Highlight the Correct Summary, and Write from Dictation.
Scoring:
– Each item is scored on a scale, with the overall score being a combination of scores from each section.
– Communicative Skills: Speaking, Writing, Reading, Listening.
– Enabling Skills: Grammar, Oral Fluency, Pronunciation, Spelling, Vocabulary, Written Discourse.
Preparation Tips:
– Familiarize yourself with the test format and types of questions.
– Practice using official PTE practice materials.
– Focus on improving all four language skills: speaking, writing, reading, and listening.
International English Language Testing System
The world's most trusted English test
Study, work or live abroad with IELTS
Trusted by 3,900+ universities and colleges worldwide
Accepted for visa applications to Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the UK
Computer-based tests with results in typically 48 hours
Preparation materials to get you test ready with confidence
Official IELTS Test Centers
BRITISH COUNCIL
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AEO IELTS
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IELTS is a world-leading provider of English
language tests
IELTS tests are recognized worldwide by universities, colleges, governments, and professional bodies. Find
the test to take you where you want to go.
IELTS Academic
For global university and college study, visa applications to Australia and New Zealand, and professional registration.
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IELTS General
A general English test, recognized by the Canadian government for immigration and citizenship applications.
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IELTS UKVI Academic
English tests for visa applications to work, join family, and settle in the UK. Includes PTE Home tests and PTE Academic UKVI.
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INTERNATIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE TESTING SYSYTEM (IELTS)
Test Sections:
1. Listening:
– Duration: 30 minutes (plus 10 minutes transfer time).
– Format: Four sections with a variety of question types (e.g., multiple choice, matching, map labeling).
2. Reading:
– Academic Version: Three sections with complex texts on academic topics.
– General Training Version: Three sections with texts related to everyday life, work, and social situations.
– Duration: 60 minutes.
3. Writing:
– Academic Version: Includes Task 1 (describe visual information) and Task 2 (essay writing).
– General Training Version: Includes Task 1 (write a letter) and Task 2 (essay writing).
– Duration: 60 minutes.
4. Speaking:
– Format: Face-to-face interview with an examiner.
– Duration: 11-14 minutes.
– Sections: Includes an introduction, a long turn where the candidate speaks on a topic, and a two-way discussion.
Scoring:
– Band scores are given for each section, and an overall band score is calculated.
– Band Descriptions: Range from Band 0 (non-user) to Band 9 (expert user).
Preparation Tips:
– Take practice tests to become familiar with the question formats.
– Practice speaking English regularly with native speakers or in real-life situations.
– Improve your reading skills by reading a variety of texts and summarizing them.
– Enhance your writing by practicing different types of essays and reports.
Key Differences:
– PTE: Fully computer-based, integrates Speaking and Writing sections, uses a more automated scoring system.
– IELTS: Includes a face-to-face Speaking test, has separate sections for Speaking, Writing, Reading, and Listening.
Both tests are accepted by many institutions and immigration authorities worldwide, so your choice may depend on personal preference, availability, and specific requirements of the institutions or organizations you’re applying to.