Exam Preparation

PTE Academic Preparation

A fully computer-marked English test recognised for study and migration to Australia, the UK, Canada and beyond, with results typically back within two business days.

How the PTE Academic exam is structured

Three parts, completed in a single ~2 hour computer-based session.

PartDurationWhat it covers
Speaking & Writing76–84 min9 question types assessing spoken and written English together
Reading23–30 min5 question types testing reading comprehension
Listening31–39 min8 question types testing listening comprehension
Scoring: results are reported on a 10–90 scale using the Global Scale of English, with a full breakdown across speaking, writing, reading and listening — typically available within two business days.

Your PTE preparation plan

A structured, personalised path from where you are now to where you need to be — built around Luminari's small-group and one-on-one teaching model.

01

Diagnostic & score target

A practice test to identify your current score band against the requirement for your visa or university application.

02

Question-type drilling

Targeted practice across all 22 PTE question types, with particular focus on the integrated skills questions that carry the most weight.

03

Full mock exams & review

Timed, computer-based mock exams with score-pattern feedback to sharpen speed and accuracy before test day.

Is PTE right for you?

Study-abroad applicants

Especially for universities in Australia, the UK, Canada and New Zealand that accept PTE Academic.

Skilled migration visa candidates

Needing a fast, computer-marked result for a visa points test.

Candidates who prefer computer-based tests

More comfortable typing and speaking into a microphone than a face-to-face interview.

Fast-turnaround test takers

Working to a tight application deadline.

Ready to start your PTE journey?

Speak with our team about the next available cohort, current fees, and a study plan built around your timeline.

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