The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is a
standardized test jointly conducted by British Council, Cambridge English Language
Assessment, and IDP Education. It is used to test and certify the proficiency of
non-native English speakers. The IELTS has two training modules: Academic and General.
Candidates who wish to study at an undergraduate or postgraduate level can give the
Academic module, while candidates who wish to migrate to an English-speaking country or
wish to train or study at below degree level can give the General training module. It is
commonly used for admission to universities
in the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. Total testing time is 2 hours 44
minutes
The Pearson Test of English (PTE) was launched by Pearson, and is one of the latest
entrants into the field of testing and certifying the English language proficiency of
non-native English speakers. It is recognized by thousands of universities worldwide,
the most popular being the UK, Canada, US, and Australia. PTE measures the English
language ability and can be used to apply to educational institutions, professional and
government organizations. The duration of the PTE test is approximately 3 hours
Test Content and Scoring Pattern
IELTS and PTE have similar test sections on Reading, Listening,
Speaking and Writing. However, there are certain features in the content pattern that
differentiates them from each other.
The IELTS
is a paper-based test. In the Speaking section on the IELTS, the candidates are
evaluated in a face-to-face conversation with the examiner. There is a choice of Reading
and Writing tests according to whether a candidate is taking the Academic or General
module, all candidates take the same Listening and Speaking tests. The writing section
of the Academic module uses diagrams, graphs, or charts in Task 1, and candidates are
asked to present the given information in their own words. In Writing Task 2, candidates
are presented with a point of view or argument. They are assessed on their ability to
present a solution to the problem and justify an opinion. Task 2 for both the modules
are the same
In the writing section of the General module, task 1 requires candidates to respond to a
given situation with a letter requesting information or explaining the situation
The PTE is a computer-based test and tests a combination of skills required in an
academic setting. On the Speaking section, candidates must speak into a microphone,
while the computer captures the audio.
Availability of Test Dates
PTE
is based on automated scoring, and grades a test taker in the range of 10- 90. The PTE
Academic scores are available online within five business days. PTE Academic test
centers are in over 50 countries worldwide and can be taken on any date of the year,
subject to availability of seats in the desired center
IELTS is scored on a band of 0-9, and results for the test are available in 13 days.
Academic and General tests have pre-fixed dates in more than 900 centers spread over 130
countries.
What Edwise Students Say...
"I am very thankful to Edwise for helping me score an 8.0 band in my
IELTS. I joined the IELTS classes with a lot of apprehensions. But from the first class
itself I felt extremely comfortable. The faculty here has provided me with personal
training and this has helped me clear my examination with flying colours. I would once
again like to thank the entire staff of Edwise who helped my dream come true."
Shruti Preman - IELTS Coaching
"My experience with Edwise was very good, my counselor was very
helpful. I had given IELTS and had taken coaching from Edwise."
Nazia Parekh - IELTS Coaching
"The Edwise mock test for the PTE was amazing and really helped me
understand the format of the test and the coaching helped me to thoroughly prepare for
the test."
Saher - PTE Coaching
"I am writing this testimonial to Edwise International and especially
to my tutor for PTE. I was tensed before giving my PTE exam because I got my passport
late and I had to clear the exam in a single attempt. I explained the situation to her.
She helped me a lot. Those two sessions were really very crucial for me as I scored
77/90 in PTE with 90/90 in speaking. This score has also helped me in getting a part
time job in Australia as well. My tutor was very calm, understanding, I am really
thankful to Edwise and for the overall experience with a Coaching Dept. "
Siddhesh Lad - PTE Coaching
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