PTE Academic coaching
PTE Academic is a computer-based English test accepted for Australian student, graduate and skilled visas. Our coaching helps you reach the score your plan needs.
On this page
At a glance
- Test length
- About 2 hours in a single session
- Sections
- Speaking and writing, reading, and listening
- Results
- Usually within about 48 hours
- Recent change
- New speaking tasks for tests from 7 August 2025
- Visa scores
- Each skill has its own minimum; see the table below
PTE Academic is taken on a computer at a test centre and marked by an automated system. It takes about 2 hours, and results usually arrive within about 48 hours. Because it is accepted for Australian visas and by most providers, it is a popular choice for students and skilled migrants.
The test format
The test has three parts: speaking and writing, reading, and listening. For tests taken from 7 August 2025, Pearson added two new speaking tasks, Respond to a Situation and Summarize Group Discussion, and improved how it detects memorised or copied answers. Templates that worked in the past can now cost you marks, so natural, well-structured answers matter more.
Scores needed for Australian visas
| English level | Listening / Reading / Writing / Speaking | Skilled visa points |
|---|---|---|
| Competent | 47 / 48 / 51 / 54 | 0 (minimum) |
| Proficient | 58 / 59 / 69 / 76 | 10 |
| Superior | 69 / 70 / 85 / 88 | 20 |
Student visas use an overall score instead, for example 47 overall without English language study. Check the requirement for your visa and your course, because your provider may ask for more.
How our coaching works
- Diagnostic test to find your current level in each skill.
- Task strategies for every question type, including the new speaking tasks.
- Practice with feedback on speaking fluency, pronunciation and written structure.
- Mock tests under exam conditions before you book.
Ask us about current class times, in-person classes in Hobart, online options and fees.
Tips that make a difference
- Speak naturally and steadily; long pauses hurt fluency scores.
- Practise summarising what you hear, not memorising templates.
- Manage time across the reading section; do not get stuck on one item.
- Book your test early enough to retake it before any visa deadline.
Ready to book? See PTE vouchers and booking, or compare tests in our PTE or IELTS guide.
Questions people ask
What PTE score do I need for 20 points?
Superior English gives 20 points. For PTE tests taken from 7 August 2025 you need at least 69 in listening, 70 in reading, 85 in writing and 88 in speaking.
How long does PTE take to give results?
Results usually arrive within about 48 hours and always within 5 working days, according to Pearson.
Is PTE accepted for Australian visas?
Yes. PTE Academic taken at a test centre is accepted for Australian student, graduate and skilled visas. Check that the test meets the rules for your specific visa.
Did the PTE change in 2025?
Yes. For tests taken from 7 August 2025, Pearson added two speaking tasks and improved detection of memorised answers. Visa score requirements also changed from that date.
Official sources
We check this page against the official information below and last reviewed it on 14 November 2026. Rules, fees and processing times change, so confirm the current position before you apply.
