PTE Core is a general English version of PTE, accepted for some Canadian immigration applications. It shares several task types with PTE Academic but has its own tasks, such as writing an email.
These articles cover the PTE Core format, Canadian Language Benchmark scores, where PTE Core is and is not accepted, and study plans built around its tasks.
The PTE Core test format explained: three parts, the time for each, how the question types are spread, how it is scored and how to practise each part.
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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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Is PTE Core accepted in Australia for your visa? Home Affairs’ list says no, and PTE Academic is the Pearson test it actually accepts.
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PTE Core vs IELTS General for Express Entry: both count, but the formats differ. Compare speaking, writing, timing and CLB 7 scores before you book.
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Aiming for CLB 7 in Express Entry? Here is the exact PTE Core score range for listening, reading, speaking and writing, with the official source linked.
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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 Core gives you 9 minutes to write an email of 80-120 words. See how to plan, draft and check it before Express Entry test day.
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