Test Takers - English Language Learning

Pearson Test of English (PTE)

Achieve your dream of working, migrating or studying abroad.

English exams for study, work and migration
Ideal for going to the UK, US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand
Accepted for visa applications the Australian, Canadian, New Zealand and UK governments
Trusted by over 3,500 universities and colleges globally
Results typically within 2 days

"PTE allowed me to get extra points for My visa to Australia, improving my chances of getting an invitation to apply! PTE also gives me a sense of calm and assurance to know that you can retake within a short time. I would recommend PTE because it’s widely accepted, recognized worldwide, and gives the chance." 

 Kirolos Ehab, Egypt

PTE Academic recognized for Student Direct Stream (SDS) route into Canada

PTE Academic is now accepted by the IRCC (Canadian Government) for their SDS study visa application process.

And if you’ve taken a PTE Academic test in the past two years, you can use your score as part of your application.

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Pearson English International Certificate (PEIC)

Achieve the next step in your English language journey and unlock study and work opportunities in your country.

Demonstrate English proficiency for employment progression
English ‘lifetime’ certificate to add to your CV
Fast, flexible, user-friendly and inexpensive test
Take the test online and anytime from home
Results typically within 2 days

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"I am really happy that PTE is available in Egypt. I am from Sudan and we came here to Egypt to take the test. I got acceptance on my visa to the university. PTE gave me more confidence when applying for university."

Mariam Thabet , Sudan

Versant by Pearson English Certificate (VEC)

The new and convenient way to certify your English skills for your career and stand out from the crowd. Test your English proficiency today and turn confidence into certainty.

Fast: Get your score in 15 minutes and your certificate and digital badge in 48 hours
Convenient: Take the test online, anytime – no appointment needed
Accurate: We use state-of-the-art AI technology to measure your real English abilities
Affordable: A fraction of the cost of other English proficiency tests

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