Exams to Study Abroad

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Exams to Study Abroad
• Your Gateway to International Education
• Presented by MSM Unify

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Introduction
• • Importance of standardized exams for international
education
• • Helps with admission, scholarships, and visas
• • Overview of common exams

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Types of Exams
• • Language Proficiency Tests
• • Academic and Aptitude Tests
• • Subject-Specific Tests

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Language Proficiency Tests
• • Assess non-native speakers' language skills
• • IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo English Test

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IELTS
• • Format: Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking
• • Scoring: 0-9 Band Scale
• • Recognized by 10,000+ institutions
• • Valid for 2 years

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TOEFL
• • Format: Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing
• • Scoring: 0-120
• • Popular in the USA
• • Valid for 2 years

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PTE
• • Format: Speaking & Writing, Reading, Listening
• • Scoring: 10-90
• • Recognized in Australia, UK, New Zealand
• • Valid for 2 years

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Duolingo English Test
• • Format: Adaptive test with video interview
• • Scoring: 10-160
• • Accepted by 3,000+ institutions
• • Valid for 2 years

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Academic and Aptitude Tests
• • SAT: Literacy, numeracy, writing skills
• • ACT: Critical thinking, problem-solving
• • GRE: Graduate school admissions
• • GMAT: Business and management programs

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SAT
• • Format: Reading, Writing & Language, Math,
Optional Essay
• • Scoring: 400-1600
• • Accepted internationally
• • Valid for 5 years

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ACT
• • Format: English, Math, Reading, Science, Optional
Writing
• • Scoring: 1-36
• • Accepted by US universities
• • Valid for 5 years

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GRE
• • Format: Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning,
Analytical Writing
• • Scoring: 130-170 (Verbal & Quantitative), 0-6
(Writing)
• • Valid for 5 years

13.

GMAT
• • Format: Analytical Writing, Integrated Reasoning,
Quantitative, Verbal
• • Scoring: 200-800
• • Valid for 5 years

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Subject-Specific Tests
• • MCAT: Medical school admissions
• • LSAT: Law school admissions
• • DAT: Dental school admissions

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Choosing the Right Exam
• • Eligibility requirements
• • Program-specific needs
• • Validity periods
• • Get guidance from an overseas education
consultant

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Preparation Tips
• • Clear goals and study plan
• • Official preparation materials
• • Regular practice tests
• • Seek guidance from an overseas education
consultant

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Conclusion
• • Select the right exam for your goals
• • Plan preparation early
• • Get expert advice from MSM Unify