PTE Test Preparation
PTE Academic is accepted by universities in the USA, UK, Australia, amongst others.
It was created by Person Language Tests part of the Pearson PLC group and endorsed by GMAC ® (Graduate Management Admission Council), owners of GMAT ® (Graduate Management Admission Test).
It is a computer-based exam that focuses on real-life English used in academic surroundings. Throughout the test, students will listen to a variety of accents and academic language encountered at higher education institutions in English speaking countries.
OUR PTE PREPARATION COURSE FEATURES
PTE Academic is the smart choice when you want to study or work abroad. It is a fast computer-based English test that allows you to demonstrate language skills for university, professional, and migration applications.
Fast results mean you can get your application in sooner and pursue your dream. Use the preparation material available to familiarize yourself with the test and make a booking in our test center in Nepal.
PTE Course Module
Speaking & Writing
Module includes
- Reading a Text Aloud
- Repeating a sentence
- Describing an Image
- Re-telling a Lecture
- Answering short questions
- Summarizing a text
- Writing an essay
LISTENING
Module includes
- Summarizing spoken text
- Multiple Choice Questions based on the recording
- Fill blanks in a transcript based on a recording
- Writing a diction
Reading
Module includes
- Reading Comprehension
- Re-ordering Paragraphs
- Filling Blanks in a text
Speaking
Timing:
11-14 minutes
Tasks:
The Speaking test is a 3-part face-to-face oral interview with an examiner.
The Speaking test is recorded
Test Parts: There are 3 parts
Part 1 Introduction and interview (4-5 minutes)
The examiner introduces him/herself and asks the candidate to introduce him/herself and confirm his/her identity. The examiner asks the candidate general questions on familiar topics, e.g. home, family, work, studies, and interests
Part 2 Individual long turn (3-4 minutes)
The examiner gives the candidate a task card that asks the candidate to talk about a particular topic and which includes points which the candidate can cover in their talk. The candidate is given 1 minute to prepare their talk and is given a pencil and paper to make notes. The candidate talks for 1-2 minutes on the topic. The examiner then asks the candidate one or two questions on the same topic
Part 3 Two-way discussion (4-5 minutes)
The examiner asks further questions that are connected to the topic of Part 2. These questions give the candidate an opportunity to discuss more abstract issues and ideas
PTE Academic Structure:
The test is administered in a single 3 hours test session. The test is divided into 3 timed sections, 1 short un-timed introduction, and an optional 10-minute break.
- Introduction [1 min preparing & answering]
- Speaking and Writing [77 – 93 minutes]
- Reading [32 – 41 minutes]
- Optional Break [10 minutes]
- Listening [45 – 57 minutes]
Test Scores
Test Scores are available online Typically 5 business days from taking the text. The test takers can report scores to any number of institutions for free. Selected institutions can retrieve scores online usually within 48 hours.