English Courses - PTE / IELTS
Discover the difference between the IELTS & PTE exams and enroll in a course today. Elevate your English skills, get tips on how to ace either test and lay the foundations for a successful future in Australia.
Do you want to study in Australia or gain an Australian visa? Then you may have already heard of the IELTS and PTE tests.
The IELTS Test
IELTS stand for ‘International English Language Testing System’ and is a language proficiency test used to assess international students’ level of English proficiency in a country where English is the native language or primary language used.
The IELTS test consists of four key areas:
- Listening – Tests your ability to hear, comprehend and detect certain specific information
- Speaking – Tests your ability to respond to others, express your ideas, ask questions and your pronunciation of typically used words.
- Reading – Tests your ability to comprehend and understand pieces of information (graphs, charts, letters, etc.), your ability to speed read and the techniques you use when analysing specific readings.
- Writing – Tests your ability to respond to specific questions, coherently and concise express your thoughts, arrange and organize content effectively and produce written content with a high level of grammatical accuracy.
The average person studies at least 20 hours a week for about six months before sitting their IELTS test. What are you doing to help you achieve the highest grades possible in your IELTS?
We provide IELTS coaching and support to help prepare you for your test and also offer you the option of speaking with our IELTS partners to get the best deal on your IELTS course.
PTE Academic Test
The PTE Academic Test is the Pearson Test of English for study abroad candidates and for those wanting to migrant to Australia. It is an unbiased English test which the Australian government accepts as part of your visa application.
The PTE Academic is trusted by universities, colleges and governments worldwide as it incorporates artificial intelligence, technology and recognition techniques to test your understanding of the English language.
The PTE Academic Test consists of the following areas:
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Part 1:
Speaking & Writing (77 – 93 minutes) – Tests your ability to pronounce English words, respond to questions, comprehend tasks required, your use of grammar and punctuation and your ability to express yourself concisely in written English (essay format). -
Part 2:
Reading (32 – 40 minutes) – Tests your ability to respond to multiple choice questions, re-order paragraphs, comprehend complex written pieces and fill in missing information. -
Part 3:
Listening (45 – 57 minutes) – Tests your ability to summarise spoken test, identity key information and apply it to questions, identity incorrect words and write from dictation.
Whilst the format of the PTE test is challenging, many students feel it’s quite achievable if you have put in the practice and the hours required to gain confidence in each area of the test.
Ready To Start?
Are you ready to put in the hours to get the results? To start your IELTS or PTE test preparation give a us call today (03) 9663 5277 or email us at nikee@nikeeworld.com and let’s get you started!
