THE FIELD GUIDE
PTE Academic Preparation Guides
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Start here
What Is PTE Academic? A Clear Introduction
Understand PTE Academic, integrated-skill tasks, test selection and scoring, with a practical starting diagnostic and study example.
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02
Test format
PTE Academic Test Format: Sections and Timing
Understand PTE Academic's three-part format, integrated tasks and variable timing, then build a practical diagnostic and rehearsal plan.
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03
Current format
PTE Academic Changes: The 2025 Update
Understand PTE Academic's 2025 changes, practise the two added speaking tasks, and check whether your preparation materials match the current test.
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04
Speaking & Writing
PTE Speaking & Writing: All Current Question Types
Prepare for PTE Speaking and Writing with original task demonstrations, response-form checks, and practical content and delivery feedback.
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05
Reading
PTE Academic Reading: Tasks, Timing and Approach
Improve PTE Reading with original gap, paragraph-order and multiple-answer examples, plus context, grammar and evidence-based review methods.
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06
Listening
PTE Academic Listening: Eight Task Types Explained
Prepare for PTE Listening with original summary and dictation demonstrations, selective note-taking, and a one-play practice-and-review routine.
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07
Scores
PTE Academic Scores: What the 10–90 Scale Means
Understand PTE Academic's 10–90 scale, overall and skill scores, integrated tasks, and how to use a result without relying on score myths.
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08
Scores
How to Read a PTE Academic Score Report
Read a PTE Academic Score Report, compare skill minimums, use Skills Profile feedback, and choose a specific next study step.
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09
Choose a test
PTE Academic vs UKVI vs Core: Which Test Do You Need?
Compare PTE Academic, Academic UKVI and Core by accepted purpose, reporting requirements, and practical checks to make before booking.
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