Overview
PTE Academic is accepted by universities in the USA, UK, Australia, amongst others.
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.
Test Modules
| Section | Module Includes |
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| Speaking and Writing |
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| Listening |
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| Reading |
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PTE Academic Test Structure
The test is administered in a single 2 hours test session. The test is divided into 3 timed sections with 1 min personal introduction in the beginning.
| Part | Test Time Allowed (New) |
|---|---|
| Introduction | 1 minute |
| Speaking and Writing (Part 1) | 54 – 67 minutes (Approx) |
| Reading (Part 2) | 29 – 30 minutes (Approx) |
| Optional Scheduled Break | 10 minutes |
| Listening (Part 3) | 30 – 43 minutes (Approx) |
Test Scores
Test Scores are available online Typically 5 business days from taking the text. Test taker can report scores to any number of institutions for free. Selected institutions can retrieve scores online usually within 48 hours.