Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic – ‘Fastest Growing English Language Test in Sri Lanka’
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- Network of trainers expand to support the growing demand by test takers
- Fastest growing test in the world
Sri Lanka continues to be on par with other international markets recording strong growth in the number of candidates opting for PTE Academic tests. The growth momentum was further supported by the expanding network of teaching centres to prepare candidates for PTE Academic Tests. The expanding demand is primarily driven by many advantages resulting in wide international recognition for the test. PTE Academic is best known as an Accurate; Objective; Relevant and Secure test. With the ability to book a test up to 24 hours in advance and receiving test scores typically within 5 business days with over 85% of the test results being available within 3 business days, PTE Academic is entirely an online test that can be taken on demand at designated test centres.
PTE Academic is widely accepted in the world including Australia, New Zealand, Canada, UK and US among others. PTE Academic is also recognised by universities and professional bodies globally that include Monash University, RMIT University, University of Melbourne, Mc Gill University, King’s
College London, University of Warwick, University of Manchester, University of Edinburgh, INSEAD, Bocconi University, New York University, Swedish Council for Higher Education as well as the Australian Immigration and Border Protection, New Zealand Immigration, Malaysian Qualifications Authority, CPA Australia, Australian Computer Society among many others. PTE Academic is a single 3 hour test that tests all four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Test scoring of the candidate is done entirely by the machine eliminating examiner bias. The machine also carries the feature of speech recognition that recognises regional accents that vary between different geographies in the world. Students can attend preparation classes or even engage in self preparation using PTE Academic texts books and e-material. There are also optional practice tests that can be purchased which students can do from home or anywhere in the world in better preparation to face the actual test.
Our detailed score report gives the candidate and the respective institution a comprehensive understanding of the candidate’s performance against each skill while giving an overall score. Candidates also have the freedom to make unlimited score submissions at no extra cost. Scores can be submitted online giving universities and institutions further assurance of authenticity and security of the test results.
- Some of the key advantages include;
- Fast results – Typically within 5 business days (Over 85% of results delivered in 2 days)
- Book up to 24 hours before the test
- Single 3 hour session to test all 4 skills
- Unlimited Score referrals
- Speech Recogniser treats different regional accents equally
- Accurate – Machine scoring ensures low standard of error
- Objective – No room for examiner bias
- Relevant – Tested on real life language
- Secure – Advance security measures ensure confidence in results
Many students in their post Advance Level period planning to study internationally take the PTE Academic Test to enhance their eligibility to study overseas. Students who study for international undergraduate / postgraduate qualifications locally also complete PTE Academic to fulfil their entry requirements as far as English language requirements are concerned.
PTE Academic conforms to the Common European Framework of English (CEF) and helps to show greater levels of progression for English learners. PTE Academic is accredited by OFQUAL (the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) in England as ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) International qualifications.
For further information regarding PTE, please contact the Pearson Country Office located at 5th Floor, East Tower, World Trade Centre, Colombo 01 on 94 (0)112 391175 . www.pearsonpte.com