Common Problems, Latest Trends & Proven Strategies to Score High

If you are planning to study abroad in countries like Australia, Canada, the UK, New Zealand, or Europe, clearing the PTE Academic exam with a strong score is essential. Among all modules, PTE Writing often becomes a challenge for international students because it tests academic English, time management, grammar accuracy, and logical thinking — all at once.

At Marigold Education, we regularly work with students applying abroad and notice that even students with good English struggle to score well in PTE Writing due to avoidable mistakes and lack of exam-specific strategy.

This detailed guide will help you understand:

• Latest PTE Writing trends

• Common problems students face

• Step-by-step PTE Writing strategies

• Task-wise tips for Summarize Written Text and Essay Writing

• High-search PTE Writing keywords students look for

• A practical study plan for study-abroad aspirants

Why PTE Writing Is Crucial for Students Applying Abroad

Most universities and immigration authorities consider PTE Writing score separately, not just the overall band. A weak writing score can:

• Delay your university admission

• Affect visa approval

• Require a re-attempt, increasing cost and time

For students applying abroad, PTE Writing proves that you can:

• Write academic essays

• Summarize complex information

• Communicate ideas clearly in written English

• Handle coursework, assignments, and research papers overseas

Latest Trends in PTE Writing (What Students Should Know)

Based on recent exam feedback and student experiences:

✔ Predictable Essay Topics

PTE frequently repeats themes, not exact questions:

• Education & online learning

• Technology and AI

• Environment & climate change

• Health and lifestyle

• Work, careers & globalization

✔ Emphasis on Structure Over Creativity

Examiners prefer:

• Clear format

• Logical flow

• Simple academic language
  NOT fancy vocabulary with errors

✔ Strict Word Count Rules

• Essay: 200–300 words

• Summary: One single sentence only
  Even one extra or fewer words can reduce marks.

✔ Grammar Accuracy > Advanced English

Students lose marks due to:

• Subject-verb agreement

• Article mistakes (a, an, the)

• Punctuation errors

Common Problems Faced by Students Applying Abroad

1. Writing Like School Essays

Many students write emotional or descriptive essays. PTE requires formal academic writing, not storytelling.

2. Going Off-Topic

Writing related ideas but not answering the exact question leads to low content scores.

3. Poor Time Management

Students spend too much time planning and rush writing.

4. Memorised Templates

Using robotic templates without understanding results in unnatural language, which lowers score.

5. Grammar Errors Under Pressure

Even confident speakers make grammar mistakes while typing fast.

PTE Writing Tasks Explained (Simple Language)

PTE Writing has two main tasks:

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Task 1: Summarize Written Text (SWT)

What You Need to Do

• Read a passage

• Write ONE single sentence

• Include the main idea

• Follow word limit (commonly 35–50 words)

Why Students Lose Marks

• Writing multiple sentences

• Missing the core idea

• Poor sentence structure

• Grammar or punctuation errors

Step-by-Step Strategy

1. Read passage and identify main point

2. Identify 1–2 supporting ideas

3. Combine them into one compound/complex sentence

4. Use connectors: however, therefore, whereas

Example Structure

The passage explains that [main idea], supported by [key point], indicating that [result or implication].

Pro Tips for Abroad Aspirants

• Keep language neutral and academic

• Avoid personal opinion

• Focus on clarity, not complexity

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Task 2: Essay Writing (Most Important for Abroad Students)

Essay Format

• 200–300 words

• Formal academic style

• Typed on computer

Recommended 4-Paragraph Structure

1️⃣ Introduction

• Paraphrase the question

• Clearly state your opinion

2️⃣ Body Paragraph 1

• Main argument

• Explanation

• One example (education, technology, society)

3️⃣ Body Paragraph 2

• Second argument

• Explanation

• Example or counter-point

4️⃣ Conclusion

• Summarise opinion

• No new ideas

Grammar Rules That Improve Scores Fast

Focus on these high-impact areas:

• Subject-verb agreement

• Correct tense usage

• Articles (a, an, the)

• Capital letters

• Full stops & commas

4-Week PTE Writing Study Plan (For Study Abroad Applicants)

Week 1: Basics

• Understand task formats

• Learn essay structure

• Practice grammar daily

Week 2: Practice

• 1 essay + 3 summaries daily

• Focus on word count

Week 3: Accuracy

• Timed writing

• Error correction

• Vocabulary improvement

Week 4: Exam Ready

• Mock tests

• Review weak areas

• Final grammar revision

Why Marigold Education Is Ideal for Study Abroad Aspirants

At Marigold Education, students receive:

• Exam-oriented PTE Writing training

• Individual feedback on essays

• Grammar correction support

• Study-abroad focused writing practice

• Real exam simulations

We help students not only clear PTE, but also prepare for academic life abroad.