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Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) Syllabus

Computer-based English language proficiency test accepted by UK universities and for visa applications. The full Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) syllabus: 7 subjects, 27 chapters, 88 topics and 146 sub-topics, with 366 flashcards written against it.

7Subjects
27Chapters
88Topics
146Sub-topics
366Flashcards

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) subjects

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) has 7 subjects. Each one is listed below with its chapters in syllabus order; open a subject for every topic and sub-topic inside them.

Test Overview, Format and Scoring

4 chapters · 14 topics · 29 sub-topics · 56 flashcards

  1. PTE Academic at a Glance · 3 topics
  2. Question Types and Integrated Skills · 3 topics
  3. Scoring System and Score Report · 5 topics
  4. Score Requirements for the UK · 3 topics

Speaking

4 chapters · 14 topics · 28 sub-topics · 51 flashcards

  1. Personal Introduction and Read Aloud · 4 topics
  2. Repeat Sentence and Re-tell Lecture · 3 topics
  3. Describe Image and Answer Short Question · 4 topics
  4. Speaking Performance Skills · 3 topics

Writing

3 chapters · 12 topics · 22 sub-topics · 50 flashcards

  1. Summarize Written Text · 4 topics
  2. Write Essay · 4 topics
  3. Written Enabling Skills · 4 topics

Reading

4 chapters · 12 topics · 21 sub-topics · 51 flashcards

  1. Multiple-Choice Reading Tasks · 3 topics
  2. Re-order Paragraphs · 3 topics
  3. Fill in the Blanks (Reading) · 3 topics
  4. Reading Sub-Skills and Strategy · 3 topics

Listening

4 chapters · 12 topics · 16 sub-topics · 51 flashcards

  1. Summarize Spoken Text and Multiple Choice · 3 topics
  2. Fill in the Blanks and Highlight Tasks · 3 topics
  3. Dictation and Final Tasks · 3 topics
  4. Listening Sub-Skills · 3 topics

Enabling Skills and Cross-Skill Competencies

4 chapters · 12 topics · 13 sub-topics · 51 flashcards

  1. Grammar and Sentence Mastery · 3 topics
  2. Vocabulary Development · 3 topics
  3. Pronunciation and Oral Fluency · 3 topics
  4. Spelling and Written Discourse · 3 topics

Test Preparation, Strategy and Logistics

4 chapters · 12 topics · 17 sub-topics · 56 flashcards

  1. Study Planning and Practice Resources · 3 topics
  2. Time and Stress Management · 3 topics
  3. Booking, Identification and Test Day · 3 topics
  4. Results and Using Scores for the UK · 3 topics

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) flashcards

366 question-and-answer cards across 7 subject decks, each shown in full on its subject page.

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) syllabus FAQ

What subjects are in the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) syllabus?

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) covers 7 subjects: Test Overview, Format and Scoring, Speaking, Writing, Reading, Listening, Enabling Skills and Cross-Skill Competencies and Test Preparation, Strategy and Logistics.

How many chapters and topics are in the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) syllabus?

27 chapters and 88 topics, broken down further into 146 sub-topics, across 7 subjects. Test Overview, Format and Scoring is the largest subject, with 14 topics in 4 chapters.

Are there Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) flashcards?

Yes — 366 question-and-answer flashcards in 7 subject decks. Each deck is printed in full on its subject page here, and the same cards are in the Examius app with spaced repetition. The free plan covers one exam of your choice, including its flashcards; Examius Pro, a one-time purchase, unlocks every other exam and deck.

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