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LanguageCert Academic vs PTE: Which Test is Easier for Australian PR?

23 January, 2026 8 Min ReadBy Bhrat Brij
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  • Quick Comparison: LanguageCert vs PTE at a Glance
  • The Listening Difference: This Changes Everything
  • Writing: More Time, More Control
  • How It All Connects
  • Speaking: Human vs Machine
  • Score Requirements: What You Actually Need
    • Competent English (IELTS 6 Equivalent)
    • Proficient English (IELTS 7 Equivalent, 10 PR Points)
    • Superior English (IELTS 8 Equivalent, 20 PR Points)
  • Which Test Should You Choose?
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  • How Marvel Edu Helps You Prepare

Choosing between LanguageCert Academic and PTE for your Australian visa? Here’s the short answer: LanguageCert is easier for most people. The listening audio plays twice instead of once, you get 50 minutes for writing instead of 40, and a human marks your speaking rather than AI. But the right choice depends on your specific situation.

I’ve seen students struggle with PTE’s AI scoring for months, then pass LanguageCert on their first attempt. I’ve also seen the opposite. Let’s break down exactly what makes these tests different and which one suits you better.

Quick Comparison: LanguageCert vs PTE at a Glance

FeatureLanguageCert AcademicPTE Academic
Total Duration2 hours 34 minutes2 hours
Listening AudioPlayed TWICEPlayed ONCE
Writing Time50 minutes (flexible)40 minutes (fixed timers)
Speaking AssessmentHuman interlocutorAI scoring
Scoring SystemHuman + fully independentAI + integrated scoring
Can Review Answers?Yes (Reading/Listening)No
Results5 working days1-5 days (often 48 hours)
Accepted ForAustralian visasAustralian, UK, Canada visas

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The Listening Difference: This Changes Everything

This is the biggest advantage LanguageCert has. Every audio clip plays twice.

Think about that. In PTE, you get one shot. Miss a word? Too bad. Didn’t catch the speaker’s accent? Tough luck. But in LanguageCert, you hear everything again. You can check your answers, fill in gaps, and confirm what you thought you heard.

LanguageCert Listening (40 minutes, 30 questions):

  • Part 1: Short dialogues (7 questions)
  • Part 2: Longer conversations (10 questions)
  • Part 3: Lecture with note-taking (7 questions)
  • Part 4: Group discussion (6 questions)

PTE Listening (30-43 minutes):

  • 8 different question types
  • Audio plays once only
  • No going back to previous questions

For students who struggle with fast speech or unfamiliar accents, LanguageCert’s double playback is a game-changer. I’ve seen listening scores jump by 10+ points just because of this feature.

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Writing: More Time, More Control

LanguageCert gives you 50 minutes for two tasks. You decide how to split that time. Want to spend 20 minutes on the report and 30 on the essay? Go ahead.

PTE? Each task has its own countdown. 10 minutes for Summarize Written Text. 20 minutes for Essay. No flexibility.

LanguageCert Writing Tasks:

TaskWord LimitSuggested Time
Part 1: Report/Article (infographic)150-200 words20 minutes
Part 2: Discursive Essay250 words30 minutes

PTE Writing Tasks (40 minutes total):

TaskCountWord LimitTime Limit
Summarize Written Text25-75 words10 minutes each
Essay1200-300 words20 minutes

PTE still uses integrated scoring between some sections. Your Writing performance contributes to your Reading score, and Write from Dictation (Listening) contributes to Writing. However, recent changes removed some cross-contributions: Read Aloud no longer affects Reading, and Listening Fill in the Blanks no longer affects Writing.

LanguageCert scores each section completely independently. What you do in one section has zero impact on another.

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Speaking: Human vs Machine

This is where personal preference matters most.

LanguageCert Speaking (14 minutes):

  • Talk to a real human via video call
  • Natural conversation flow
  • Can self-correct without penalty
  • Examiner asks follow-up questions
  • 4 parts: Interview, Role Play, Read Aloud, Presentation

PTE Speaking (30-35 minutes):

  • Speak to a computer
  • AI judges fluency, pronunciation, pitch
  • Strict timing (40 seconds for Describe Image)
  • No room for natural pauses
  • 5 question types including Repeat Sentence

Some students love PTE’s computer-based format. No human judging them. No nervousness from eye contact. Just record and submit.

Others find the AI scoring frustrating. The algorithm doesn’t understand context. It doesn’t care if you corrected yourself mid-sentence. It measures pitch patterns, pauses, and pronunciation with mathematical precision.

LanguageCert’s human examiner can tell the difference between a thoughtful pause and a confused silence. They reward communication, not perfection.

Pro Tip: If you struggle with PTE’s AI – maybe it keeps flagging your pitch or marking pauses as hesitations – LanguageCert might be your answer.

LanguageCert speaking with human examiner

Score Requirements: What You Actually Need

For Australian skilled migration, you need minimum “Competent” English to meet the visa requirement (no PR points), “Proficient” for 10 points, or “Superior” for 20 points.

Competent English (IELTS 6 Equivalent)

SectionPTE ScoreLanguageCert Score
Listening4757
Reading4860
Writing5164
Speaking5470

Proficient English (IELTS 7 Equivalent, 10 PR Points)

SectionPTE ScoreLanguageCert Score
Listening5867
Reading5971
Writing6978
Speaking7682

Superior English (IELTS 8 Equivalent, 20 PR Points)

SectionPTE ScoreLanguageCert Score
Listening6980
Reading7083
Writing8589
Speaking8889

Note: PTE scores updated for tests taken on or after August 7, 2025. Previous uniform scores (50/65/79) no longer apply.

The numbers look higher for LanguageCert, but here’s what those numbers mean in practice: to get a Competent score in LanguageCert Reading (60/100), you only need to answer about 6-7 questions correctly out of 30.

Which Test Should You Choose?

Choose LanguageCert if you:

  • Struggle with listening and need audio played twice
  • Want more writing time with flexible allocation
  • Prefer human assessment for speaking
  • Have had issues with PTE’s AI scoring
  • Want to review and change answers

Choose PTE if you:

  • Need faster results (often 48 hours)
  • Prefer computer-based speaking without human interaction
  • Plan to apply to UK or Canada as well
  • Are comfortable with strict timing
  • Have practiced extensively with PTE format

Both tests are valid for Australian immigration. Both last 2 years. The “easier” test is the one that matches how you perform.

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In LanguageCert Listening, how many times is each audio played?

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For Competent English (IELTS 6), what is the minimum PTE Reading score needed?

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How many times is audio played in LanguageCert Listening?

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Twice. Every audio clip plays two times, giving you a chance to verify your answers.

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What is the total duration of LanguageCert Academic?

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2 hours 34 minutes (Speaking 14 min, Writing 50 min, Reading 50 min, Listening 40 min)

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How is PTE scored?

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Fully AI-scored using the Pearson algorithm, with scores from 10-90.

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What PTE score equals IELTS 7 (Proficient)?

Answer

Listening 58, Reading 59, Writing 69, Speaking 76 (updated August 2025).

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What LanguageCert scores equal IELTS 7 (Proficient)?

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Listening 67, Reading 71, Writing 78, Speaking 82.

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Can you go back to previous questions in LanguageCert Reading?

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Yes. You can review and change answers before the section ends.

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How long is the LanguageCert Speaking section?

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14 minutes with a live human interlocutor.

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How many questions are in LanguageCert Reading?

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30 questions across 5 parts (Part 1a, 1b, 2, 3, and 4).

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What score gives 20 PR points for Australian immigration?

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Superior level: PTE L69, R70, W85, S88 or LanguageCert L80, R83, W89, S89.

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How long do LanguageCert results take?

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5 working days.

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How Marvel Edu Helps You Prepare

Whether you choose LanguageCert or PTE, Marvel Edu has you covered with the same AI-powered platform trusted by 85,000+ test takers.

FeatureLanguageCert PrepPTE Prep
Mock TestsFull 2h 34min simulationsFull 2-hour simulations
AI ScoringInstant feedback on all sectionsInstant feedback on all sections
Speaking PracticeVideo-recorded responses with AI analysisAI scoring matched to PTE algorithm
Writing FeedbackStructure, vocabulary, grammar analysisTemplate strategies + scoring breakdown
Expert TemplatesReport and essay structures that workProven templates for every task
Strategy VideosSection-by-section tactics90-score achiever strategies

For LanguageCert: Practice with our Interlocutor simulation that mirrors the real video-call experience. Get comfortable speaking naturally before your exam day.

For PTE: Our AI scoring matches the official algorithm so closely that 98% of users score within 2 points of their mock test results.

Why switch or start with Marvel Edu? Same platform, two exams. If you’ve tried PTE and struggled, use your existing account to practice LanguageCert instead. No new subscription needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. LanguageCert Academic is approved by the Australian Department of Home Affairs for all visa types requiring English proficiency, including skilled migration and student visas.

Most test-takers find LanguageCert easier because the listening audio plays twice, you get more time for writing (50 minutes vs 40 minutes in PTE), and speaking is assessed by a human rather than AI. However, ’easier’ depends on your strengths.

For Competent English (IELTS 6 equivalent): PTE needs L47, R48, W51, S54, while LanguageCert needs L57, R60, W64, S70. For Proficient (IELTS 7): PTE needs L58, R59, W69, S76, LanguageCert needs L67, R71, W78, S82. Note: PTE scores updated August 2025.

Yes. In the Reading and Listening sections of LanguageCert, you can go back and change your answers before the section ends. In PTE, you cannot return to previous questions.

LanguageCert results come in 5 working days. PTE results typically arrive within 1-5 business days, often within 48 hours.

Prices vary by location, but LanguageCert is generally comparable to PTE. Check local test centres for current pricing. Both tests are valid for 2 years.

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Bhrat Brij is the founder of Marvel Edu and a 90-All Master Trainer with years of experience helping students achieve their PTE goals. His one-to-one personalized coaching approach has helped hundreds of students score 79+ and Superior English (90) on their PTE exams. He specializes in Speaking and Listening modules, developing proven strategies that work for test takers at all levels.

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