PTE Academic is an English test taken on a computer and used for study, work and migration in several countries. Many of its tasks test two skills at once, such as listening and writing, or reading and speaking.
These articles explain the PTE Academic format, how the integrated tasks work, how scores are used for visas, how long results take and how to practise each task type.
English test results before August 2025 may be used for Australian visas until 6 August 2028. Which PTE minimums apply, and the dates to check first.
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IELTS or PTE for Australia PR? IELTS asks one band in every skill, PTE a different score per skill. Compare both and pick the test that suits your weak skill.
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PTE Summarize Group Discussion tests listening and speaking at once. A note grid, a five-step answer frame, linking words and a practice plan.
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PTE Respond to a Situation rewards natural answers, not scripts. A four-part answer shape, example answers, useful phrases and a one-week practice plan.
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Superior English for Australia means IELTS 8 each, but PTE and OET set a different score for each skill. See the official minimums before you book.
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Proficient English for Australian visas needs a set score in every skill. The IELTS, PTE Academic and OET numbers, and what counts as an accepted test.
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Competent English for an Australian visa needs an exact score per skill. See the IELTS, PTE Academic and OET numbers Home Affairs asks for right now.
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PTE Academic vs PTE Core: which one Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the UK accept, how format and scores differ, and how to choose before you pay.
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PTE score requirements for Australia changed for tests from 7 August 2025. See the new minimums skill by skill, who can use old results and what to do now.
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