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Accept PTE

Setting new standards in English language testing

When it comes to English tests, we're dedicated to being the best — so you can accept PTE safe in the knowledge that it will remain secure, accurate and trusted.

Secure, accurate and trusted

We’re committed to being more than just good. We're dedicated to being the best. That's why we continually invest in research and innovation, so PTE scores remain secure, accurate and trusted in the ever-changing world.

Secure

Every PTE test is protected by industry-leading security measures. We continuously stress-test these measures, adapting to emerging threats and adopting the latest technologies to ensure that our security is best in class.

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Sarah Hughes, Head of Test Design and Validation at Pearson explains why PTE's scoring methods are more accurate than multiple human examiners working together.

Accurate

Our results are always precise. We combine responsible AI, trained by experts and refined by millions of data points, with world-leading language experts who routinely review scores. Together, they remove bias and minimize error.

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Trusted

Our tests can be trusted, which is why we’re the world’s fastest growing English language proficiency test — chosen by governments, universities and hundreds of thousands of test takers around the world.

As a trusted partner of Talent Beyond Boundaries, we are working to change people's lives. Hear how Mohammed fled Syria and set up a new life in Australia, with the help of a PTE test and Talent Beyond Boundaries.

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