Speaking & Writing
The first part assesses both skills across nine question types and takes about 76–84 minutes.
PTE ACADEMIC PREPARATION
Practise for a computer-based test with clarity.
PTE Academic combines speaking and writing in one part, followed by reading and listening. Learning Orbit is preparing a dedicated path that will help candidates learn each task type and measure progress.
In preparation · PTE Academic full mocks and Study Ground lessons are being prepared. No PTE mock can be started yet.
PTE Academic FORMAT
Know what the test asks of you.
Learn the structure first, then practise the skills and decisions required under exam conditions.
Reading
The second part has five question types and takes about 23–30 minutes.
Listening
The final part has eight question types and takes about 31–39 minutes.
A CLEAR WAY FORWARD
Know the task before you work on speed.
PTE Academic rewards accurate responses under computer-delivered timing. The planned study path will make the format and practice sequence clear.
- 01
Set your goal
Check the score needed for your destination and note your intended exam date.
- 02
Learn the question types
Review Pearson’s current test format, then focus on the tasks that need the most work.
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Measure when released
Reviewed PTE lessons and mocks will appear after their content and delivery are published.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Before you begin.
Can I take a PTE Academic mock here today?
No. The dedicated PTE Academic mocks are in preparation and will become visible only after publication.
How is PTE Academic organised?
Pearson presents the test in three parts: Speaking & Writing, Reading and Listening.
Are Learning Orbit results official PTE scores?
No. Future Learning Orbit results will be practice estimates, separate from Pearson’s official scores.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Keep your goal in sight.
Visit your portal now. Published practice will appear there when it is ready.