Reading/Writing (1 hour, 30 minutes; 60 marks)

The Reading component consists of 5 tasks. The tasks can be multiple choice, gap filling, multiple matching, true/false questions.

The Writing component comprises 3 tasks. The candidate is requested to fill in the form, transform 5 sentences and write a text of about 100 words in length.

To learn more about this part of the exam and to download a sample paper click here

The standard format of the Speaking component (ca 10-12 minutes; 25 marks) is two candidates and two examiners. This component consists of four parts. In part one the candidates talk to each other about themselves, their home, hobby, school or work, etc. In part two the candidates do a task together. In part three each candidate talks briefly about the given pictures or photos and in part four the candidates discuss a topic connected with the pictures used in part 3. To learn more about this part of the exam and to download a sample paper click here.

The oral part of PET is graded in Poland by experienced and highly trained examiners.

Passing grades – Pass with Merit, Pass

Failing grades – Narrow Fail, Fail

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This is to inform you that from March 2009 BEC Preliminary and KET and PET exams candidates who do not achieve a passing grade but have demonstrated ability at the Council of Europe level below the examination they have taken will be awarded a certificate showing that level. For those candidates the following information will be given as the overall grade:
Council of Europe Level A1 – for KET
Council of Europe Level A2 – for PET and BEC Preliminary exams.

Pass with merit - 85% and above

Pass - 70% - 84%

Narrow Fail - 65% - 69%

Fail - 64% and below

A preparation course is not a requirement for those wanting to register for PET, although candidates may find it beneficial to prepare for the examination under the guidance of an experienced teacher. You can register for a course in our Teaching Centre in Warsaw and Krakow or other language schools which run preparation courses.

A wide range of books on preparing for PET is available at most language bookshops in Poland. Preparation materials are also available in the British Council Library.