LONDON, March 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
PTE Academic test
gives universities increased confidence in the English language
skills of new students
Pearson announced today that the Ministry of Higher Education
and Scientific Research (MoHESR) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has recognised its
English language test, PTE Academic. The MoHESR is the
Federal Government's quality assurance agency responsible for
promoting educational excellence across higher education
institutions in the UAE. The accreditation of PTE Academic by the
MoHESR will ensure UAE students with a valid PTE Academic score
will be accepted into undergraduate and post-graduate courses at
the UAE's three government universities.
The test also provides assurance to universities that the
students they are admitting can effectively communicate in the
English language in an academic environment and will have a higher
chance of academic success. PTE Academic score reports show the
achievements of test takers in the four key communication skills,
listening, reading, speaking and writing, as well as the enabling
skills of grammar, oral fluency, pronunciation, spelling,
vocabulary and written discourse. Test takers are provided with
information on their performance on each section of the test so
that they can improve their skills in specific areas if needed.
PTE Academic has been a popular choice among students around the
world who need to take an English language test, because of the
test's fast turnaround times - from booking the test to receiving
results - and because it prepares students to use their English
skills in an academic setting.
The accreditation of PTE Academic by the MoHESR will allow
universities to employ an English language test that streamlines
and enhances the admissions process and assists university staff in
making faster and better-informed decisions about the students they
admit.
Pearson's PTE Academic test has achieved esteem amongst learning
institutions around the world because of its reliability,
objectivity, relevance and importantly, its security. Pearson's
state-of-the-art biometrics ensure the security of the entire
testing process. Score reports are viewed and downloaded via
Pearson's secure online verification system and only score reports
viewed via Pearson's online website are guaranteed to be authentic.
Security features of PTE Academic are the latest available, and
include palm vein scanning, the use of electronic signatures and
CCTV recording throughout the testing process.
Pearson is known throughout the Gulf region for its commitment
to providing the very latest in learning technology that is
relevant to the needs of learners in this part of the world.
Pearson's regional president, Ms Christine
Ozden said of the MoHESR approval of the test:
"Pearson is delighted that the Ministry of Higher Education and
Scientific Research has recognised the benefits of PTE Academic.
The accreditation of the test will allow hopeful university
entrants throughout the UAE to undergo a test that is known around
the world for its fairness, ease of use, reliable results and
advanced security measures, which are some of the most
sophisticated on offer. I am proud to say that the test also has
significant advantages for the universities who rely on it to
determine who they allow into their institutions. These
universities can be confident that they are using a test that has
been utilised by some of the world's most prestigious learning
institutions and government agencies."
Notes for editors:
About PTE Academic
PTE Academic is owned and administered by Pearson, the world's
largest learning company, which is made up of some of the globe's
best known and respected education brands including Dorling Kindersley, Penguin, Edexcel and the
Financial Times.
PTE Academic is accepted by the UK Border Agency for Tiers 1, 2
and 4 and spouse visa applications and by the Australian Department
of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) for student visa
applications. PTE Academic is endorsed by the prestigious Graduate
Management Admission Council® (GMAC®), owner of the Graduate
Management Admission Test® (GMAT®).
Globally, approximately 3,000 renowned colleges, universities,
training providers and professional associations accept PTE
Academic scores, and the test is recognised by 95 percent of higher
education institutions in the United
Kingdom. PTE Academic is accepted by the UK Border Agency
and by the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship
For a full list of institutions recognising Pearson PTE
Academic, please visit:
http://www.pearsonpte.com/whoaccepts
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