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  • chrispaulchrispaul Kingdom of saudi arabia
    Posts: 1Member
    Joined: Jan 09, 2018
    pwede ko po ba malaman ano naman section ang university of the east manila?
    pati anong section po ang pasado sa assessment ng Australia? thank you po sa sasagot.
  • RheaMARN1171933RheaMARN1171933 Posts: 2,764Member, Administrator, Moderator
    Joined: Mar 10, 2016
    @katrinamgts your graduate diploma
  • HELEN28HELEN28 Philippines
    Posts: 27Member
    Joined: Jan 16, 2018
  • chococrinklechococrinkle Adelaide
    Posts: 584Member
    Joined: Nov 19, 2017
    @HELEN28 parang iba nga. Ang school ko is University of the Philippiines Iloilo campus sa list dito under sec 2 pero sa respall wala na sya sa sec 2 tapos di na naka specify per campus ang UP sa section 1, meaning entire UP system pala section 1 based sa updated list? Though I talked with a migration agent around August last year sabi nya sec 2 school ko. Hhmmm.. If tama nga ang nasa list sayang naman ang 5 points ko pwede na sana ako nag direcho ng 190 instead of 489.

    2014 -- start of Au dream
    06.07.14 -- IELTS LRWS 7.5/7.5/7.0/7.0
    07.18.14 -- positive skills assessment
    08.01.14 -- waiting for occupation in ACT to open
    08.01.15 -- still waiting for occupation in ACT to open
    08.01.16 -- still waiting for occupation in ACT to open
    06.07.17 -- expired IELTS
    07.18.17 -- expired skills assessment
    08.2017 -- learned high points via SA 489
    11.22.17 -- PTE Academic exam LRWS 90/79/90/90
    11.22.17 -- result of Vetassess assessment renewal
    11.30.17 -- EOI lodge SA 489 80 pts
    12.22.17 -- received SA invitation
    01.04.18 -- Visa Lodge SA 489
    01.19.18 -- Medicals
    04.10.18 -- Visa Grant (DG) Praise God!!!


    PTE Writing Tips

    For writing essay I used E2 language format and applying what I learned from Ielts. Sa intro, sa 1st sentence ni restate ko lang yung question using my own words. Then sa 2nd sentence if one sided lang yung question, I give summary of the reasons ( 2 reasons only). Example, if ang essay is about importance of computers (one sided), eto 2nd sentence ko. Computers are valuable resources as they (1st reason) aid in learning and are (2nd reason) used to communicate with others. Then sa 3rd sentence sasabihin ko para pampahaba-- In this essay, I shall discuss my point of view by giving points and examples about the topic.

    Then sa 2nd paragraph, elaborate ko na ang 1St reason. Mga 2 sentences na magsupport sa 1st reason, like if yung 1st reason ko is aid in learning, expand ko ang topic by answering how computers aid in learning,etc. Usually yung reason mo convert mo by asking how, what, when, or who. Tapos sa 3rd sentence, I state examples. Pwede ka din mag add pa ng 4th sentence parang isummarize mo lang ang 2nd paragraph.

    Sa 3rd paragraph discuss naman ang 3rd reason same sa ginawa sa 2nd par.

    4Th paragraph 1st sentence conclusion, then 2nd sentence recommendation.

    If 2 sided naman yung intro pwede mo gamitin yung nasa template like kina Heprex na samples. Then yung 2nd par yung kabilang side, then yung 3rd paragraph yung other side. Tapos same last paragraph.

    If medyo nahihirapan ka sa mga ideas, research ka dito sa forum ng mga recent topics. Tapos based dun sa topic reasearch ka anong pwedeng maging points and reasons para may idea ka na ano ilalagay mo sa essay.

    Ang key talaga sa writing is dapat marami ka ideas. If nahihirapan ka mag construct ng idea try to research as much as possible. Google mo yung mga common or recent topics on pte writing tapos may mga sample questions dun,, then research mo ano possible answers para sa actual exam may idea kana ano isasagot. Tapos dpat familiarize mo mga connectors (like moreover, therefore, for instance, etc) kasi mas mataas ang grade kapag medyo complex ang sentence na ginagamit mo kesa simple sentences lang.

    For summarize written text strategy ko is to first get ano main topic. Then analyze what important points were given, may nangyari ba? If meron ano ang nangyari, kelan nangyari? ano at para kanino ang purpose? Usually kasi sa mga paragraphs naka detail lang pero yung point lang naman dun is parang dinedescribe lang yung main topic. If you can answer who/what, when, how and why about the topic pwede mo na pagdugtungin yung ideas mo thru connectors and form a sentence. If you will have multiple paragraphs, summarize mo muna per paragraph then summarize mo ulit lahat in one sentence

    Another tip also in writing as much as possible do not repeat the same words. If you dont have much stored knowledge about synonyms okay lang. Practice and Research is the key. Kaya malaki ang help sa akin yung pag research sa mga common or recent topics kasi while practicing pwede akong mghanap ng synonyms then mas madali ko syang ma recall sa actual exam kasi nagawa ko na sya before. Tapos if meron kayong word na ma encounter na parang hirap kayo mag elaborate, google nyo din anong synonym or phrases na pwedeng same meaning ng word. Share ko yung nilista kong mga synonyms na possible na magagamit sa mga essay kasi minsan these are the topics commonly asked.

    Essay synonyms

    Discuss- cite, mention, illustrate, narrate, elucidate, talk about

    Finally.. Concluded, In Summary

    Democracy- representative govt; elective govt; republic; commonwealth

    Vote- suffrage, ballot, poll, elect officials, select leaders, appoint, designate

    Leaders- officials, officer, commander, chief, head, principal of nations, pioneer, front runner

    Nature- mother earth, environment, wildlife, universe, cosmos, countryside, natural resources, natural world

    Environment- habitat, territory, domain, surroundings

    Teachers- educator, tutor, coach,guide, mentor, guru, professor, trainer, lecturer

    Computer- PC, laptop, netbook,desktop, terminal, mainframe

    Robot- automated individual, android, automaton, golem, bot, droid,

    Invention- creation, innovation, development, design

    Creative ability- inventive mind, originality, imagination, inspiration

    Airplane- plane, airliner, jet, plane

    Drugs- medicine, medication, remedy, cure, antidote

    Issue- matter, affairs, problem, difficulty, obstacle, predicament

    Information- details, particulars, facts, data, computing /computer

    Revolution- insurgence, transformation, innovation, revolt, uprising, restructuring

    Packaging- case, wrap

    Region, province, rural area, district, territory, district, area

    Boon- blessing, benefit, advantage

    Tourist- traveler, vacationer, visitor

    Tourism- visits to places of interest; commercial organization and operation of vacations; traveling to places; services provided to people for holidays

    Technology- invention, engineering, applied science, method, technical knowledge, undustrial science, mechanization

    Xenophobic- anti nationalist

  • renly2328renly2328 Posts: 123Member
    Joined: Oct 11, 2017
    Pag sinabi po bang autonomous status ang school/university na pinasukan natin, meaning magfall na po ba siya as section 1? May recent update po kasi ang CHED regarding sa pag grant ng mga status ng school natin. Updated po kaya ang CEP Australia. Katulad po ng Adamson University, Autonomous Status na po siya by year 2010 pero til now under section 2 pa rin po which is deregulated and re-accredited institution.
  • krishnazkrishnaz Paranaque
    Posts: 37Member
    Joined: Jul 31, 2017
    Hello po, Is it safe to claim 10pts kapag under sec 2 ang school? para no need ng emg pa vet assess and hindi rin over claimed?

    ANZSCODE 262112 (IT Security Analyst)

    02-02-2018 Submitted application for RPL - ACS
    06-02-2018 Assigned to CO - ACS

    15-02-2017 Assigned to Assessor - ACS

    PTE Journey :D
    01-01-2018 Reviewing for PTE
    02-03-2018 1st PTE Result 63 63 67 67

    20-03-2018 2nd PTE Scheduled Exam

    Points Claimed
    Age = 30pts (32yo)
    Qualification = 10pts (Section 2 school)
    PTE result =

    Skills Assessment =

    Relevant links:
    http://pinoyau.info/discussion/7706/november-2016-visa-189-190-489/p40

    Psalm 37:5
    "Commit your way to the Lord. Trust in Him, and He will act."

  • RheaMARN1171933RheaMARN1171933 Posts: 2,764Member, Administrator, Moderator
    Joined: Mar 10, 2016
    @krishnaz that's a possible strategy but be mindful that your invite is very much dependent on how much points you have at EOI stage. Nowadays you need at least 70 to get invited for 189 visa. Imagine if you've just assumed 10 points when you could have claim 5 more, in effect get invited sooner.
  • krishnazkrishnaz Paranaque
    Posts: 37Member
    Joined: Jul 31, 2017
    @RheaMARN1171933 Thank you po.

    ANZSCODE 262112 (IT Security Analyst)

    02-02-2018 Submitted application for RPL - ACS
    06-02-2018 Assigned to CO - ACS

    15-02-2017 Assigned to Assessor - ACS

    PTE Journey :D
    01-01-2018 Reviewing for PTE
    02-03-2018 1st PTE Result 63 63 67 67

    20-03-2018 2nd PTE Scheduled Exam

    Points Claimed
    Age = 30pts (32yo)
    Qualification = 10pts (Section 2 school)
    PTE result =

    Skills Assessment =

    Relevant links:
    http://pinoyau.info/discussion/7706/november-2016-visa-189-190-489/p40

    Psalm 37:5
    "Commit your way to the Lord. Trust in Him, and He will act."

  • guenbguenb Mandaluyong
    Posts: 470Member
    Joined: Jun 17, 2015
    edited February 2018
    @krishnaz I think it's best na mgpa assess ka na lang via VETASSESS if ilang points yung pwede mo ma claim.

    261111 - ICT Business Analyst
    26|05|15 - Visited Oz
    01|08|15 - IDP PH IELTS
    14|08|15 - (L:8.5 R:8.0 W:6.5 S:8.0 OBS:8.0) Sawi!
    07|09|15 - Remarking, unchanged.
    21|03|16 - Submitted to ACS
    30|03|16 - Assessment result, unsuitable, <4years
    27|09|16 - PTE Academic (L76/R55/S31/W88) Sawi!
    08|10|16 - IDP PH IELTS
    12|10|16 - Re-assessment ACS
    21|10|16 - (L:8.5 R:8.0 W:7.0 S:7.5 OBS:8.0) Better!
    28|10|16 - Assessment result, suitable!
    28|10|16 - Lodged EOI for 190/489 (60/65)
    Preparing for PTE Academic...
    Philippians 4:13 "I can do all this through him who gives me strength."

  • RheaMARN1171933RheaMARN1171933 Posts: 2,764Member, Administrator, Moderator
    Joined: Mar 10, 2016
    @krishnaz @guenb VETASSESS base their points advice on CEP so she'll end up with the same conclusion. I would save the money if I was in her position.
  • krishnazkrishnaz Paranaque
    Posts: 37Member
    Joined: Jul 31, 2017
    @guenb @RheaMARN1171933 Thank you po comment... Wait ko po result ng PTE ko at kapag okay naman baka di na ako magpaassess sa VETASSES at magclaim na lang ako ng 10pts sa qualification ko para safe :D, maramaing salamat po ulit. Update ko kayo sa journey ko to AU :)

    ANZSCODE 262112 (IT Security Analyst)

    02-02-2018 Submitted application for RPL - ACS
    06-02-2018 Assigned to CO - ACS

    15-02-2017 Assigned to Assessor - ACS

    PTE Journey :D
    01-01-2018 Reviewing for PTE
    02-03-2018 1st PTE Result 63 63 67 67

    20-03-2018 2nd PTE Scheduled Exam

    Points Claimed
    Age = 30pts (32yo)
    Qualification = 10pts (Section 2 school)
    PTE result =

    Skills Assessment =

    Relevant links:
    http://pinoyau.info/discussion/7706/november-2016-visa-189-190-489/p40

    Psalm 37:5
    "Commit your way to the Lord. Trust in Him, and He will act."

  • guenbguenb Mandaluyong
    Posts: 470Member
    Joined: Jun 17, 2015
    @krishnaz mag ask ka pa ng ibang opinion gling sa iba na nag RPL sa ACS, kasi previously yan yung nkita ko na ginawa, VETASSES points test advice yung tawag, it's much cheaper compared sa full assessment ng VETASSES pero at least they can confirm na 10 or 15pts ba yung overseas qualification. ACS kasi will advise you that they wont assess your education since it's non-IT.

    https://www.vetassess.com.au/skills-assessment-for-migration/points-test-advice :

    Who can apply?
    Please note that as of 1 January 2015, all VETASSESS applicants are provided with an integrated skills assessment outcome letter with Points Test Advice included.

    Applications for Points Test Advice are usually required where:

    you have received a Skills Assessment from a different assessing authority and have been referred to us by your skills assessing authority and/or the Department of Home Affairs for Points Test Advice on the educational level comparability of your overseas qualification only;

    I suggest you do this after you get assessment from ACS, pero sympre it's still up to you :)

    261111 - ICT Business Analyst
    26|05|15 - Visited Oz
    01|08|15 - IDP PH IELTS
    14|08|15 - (L:8.5 R:8.0 W:6.5 S:8.0 OBS:8.0) Sawi!
    07|09|15 - Remarking, unchanged.
    21|03|16 - Submitted to ACS
    30|03|16 - Assessment result, unsuitable, <4years
    27|09|16 - PTE Academic (L76/R55/S31/W88) Sawi!
    08|10|16 - IDP PH IELTS
    12|10|16 - Re-assessment ACS
    21|10|16 - (L:8.5 R:8.0 W:7.0 S:7.5 OBS:8.0) Better!
    28|10|16 - Assessment result, suitable!
    28|10|16 - Lodged EOI for 190/489 (60/65)
    Preparing for PTE Academic...
    Philippians 4:13 "I can do all this through him who gives me strength."

  • krishnazkrishnaz Paranaque
    Posts: 37Member
    Joined: Jul 31, 2017
    Thanks @guenb , yup wait ko muna result ng RPL ko then exam na rin sa PTE, incase need pa ng mataas na points paassess na rin ako sa Vetassess. :) :)

    ANZSCODE 262112 (IT Security Analyst)

    02-02-2018 Submitted application for RPL - ACS
    06-02-2018 Assigned to CO - ACS

    15-02-2017 Assigned to Assessor - ACS

    PTE Journey :D
    01-01-2018 Reviewing for PTE
    02-03-2018 1st PTE Result 63 63 67 67

    20-03-2018 2nd PTE Scheduled Exam

    Points Claimed
    Age = 30pts (32yo)
    Qualification = 10pts (Section 2 school)
    PTE result =

    Skills Assessment =

    Relevant links:
    http://pinoyau.info/discussion/7706/november-2016-visa-189-190-489/p40

    Psalm 37:5
    "Commit your way to the Lord. Trust in Him, and He will act."

  • krishnazkrishnaz Paranaque
    Posts: 37Member
    Joined: Jul 31, 2017
    @guenb may isa akong kausap ditto sa forum na hindi na nagpa-assess sa vetassess kasi Section 1 school nya, pero meron din na nagsuggest na magpa-vetassess kasi section 2 rin school. Kya ito ako 50/50 hehe... pero anyway un na lang po muna plan ko wait ko muna mga result ng RPL and PTE. salamat :)

    ANZSCODE 262112 (IT Security Analyst)

    02-02-2018 Submitted application for RPL - ACS
    06-02-2018 Assigned to CO - ACS

    15-02-2017 Assigned to Assessor - ACS

    PTE Journey :D
    01-01-2018 Reviewing for PTE
    02-03-2018 1st PTE Result 63 63 67 67

    20-03-2018 2nd PTE Scheduled Exam

    Points Claimed
    Age = 30pts (32yo)
    Qualification = 10pts (Section 2 school)
    PTE result =

    Skills Assessment =

    Relevant links:
    http://pinoyau.info/discussion/7706/november-2016-visa-189-190-489/p40

    Psalm 37:5
    "Commit your way to the Lord. Trust in Him, and He will act."

  • RheaMARN1171933RheaMARN1171933 Posts: 2,764Member, Administrator, Moderator
    Joined: Mar 10, 2016
    @guenb @krishnaz as mentioned previously, VETASSESS and all assessing authorities refer to CEP to base their decisions on qualification. For a degree to equate to an Australian degree qualification from university under section 2, the average grade must be 84% higher or passed the licensing exam. The points test advice from VETASSESS would yield the same outcome. Never have I recommended my clients to resort to this to help them save on unnecessary fees.
  • guenbguenb Mandaluyong
    Posts: 470Member
    Joined: Jun 17, 2015
    @RheaMARN1171933 thanks for the info! I just mentioned about the points test advice since i know someone on this forum who did the RPL & in the end she still had to take the PTA, but good to know :)

    261111 - ICT Business Analyst
    26|05|15 - Visited Oz
    01|08|15 - IDP PH IELTS
    14|08|15 - (L:8.5 R:8.0 W:6.5 S:8.0 OBS:8.0) Sawi!
    07|09|15 - Remarking, unchanged.
    21|03|16 - Submitted to ACS
    30|03|16 - Assessment result, unsuitable, <4years
    27|09|16 - PTE Academic (L76/R55/S31/W88) Sawi!
    08|10|16 - IDP PH IELTS
    12|10|16 - Re-assessment ACS
    21|10|16 - (L:8.5 R:8.0 W:7.0 S:7.5 OBS:8.0) Better!
    28|10|16 - Assessment result, suitable!
    28|10|16 - Lodged EOI for 190/489 (60/65)
    Preparing for PTE Academic...
    Philippians 4:13 "I can do all this through him who gives me strength."

  • chococrinklechococrinkle Adelaide
    Posts: 584Member
    Joined: Nov 19, 2017
    @krishnaz I agree with @RheaMARN1171933 . She is a migration agent btw, and her advise is same with what vetassess will indicate on the outcome letter of the points test advisory. If your school is section 2 and you did not reach the 2.0 gwa then you will only get 10 points. You dont need to spend for the PTA with vetassess anymore, you just need to know your school's section and gwa, its not a requirement after all. Were only required of the skills assessment, no need for PTA. Thanks

    2014 -- start of Au dream
    06.07.14 -- IELTS LRWS 7.5/7.5/7.0/7.0
    07.18.14 -- positive skills assessment
    08.01.14 -- waiting for occupation in ACT to open
    08.01.15 -- still waiting for occupation in ACT to open
    08.01.16 -- still waiting for occupation in ACT to open
    06.07.17 -- expired IELTS
    07.18.17 -- expired skills assessment
    08.2017 -- learned high points via SA 489
    11.22.17 -- PTE Academic exam LRWS 90/79/90/90
    11.22.17 -- result of Vetassess assessment renewal
    11.30.17 -- EOI lodge SA 489 80 pts
    12.22.17 -- received SA invitation
    01.04.18 -- Visa Lodge SA 489
    01.19.18 -- Medicals
    04.10.18 -- Visa Grant (DG) Praise God!!!


    PTE Writing Tips

    For writing essay I used E2 language format and applying what I learned from Ielts. Sa intro, sa 1st sentence ni restate ko lang yung question using my own words. Then sa 2nd sentence if one sided lang yung question, I give summary of the reasons ( 2 reasons only). Example, if ang essay is about importance of computers (one sided), eto 2nd sentence ko. Computers are valuable resources as they (1st reason) aid in learning and are (2nd reason) used to communicate with others. Then sa 3rd sentence sasabihin ko para pampahaba-- In this essay, I shall discuss my point of view by giving points and examples about the topic.

    Then sa 2nd paragraph, elaborate ko na ang 1St reason. Mga 2 sentences na magsupport sa 1st reason, like if yung 1st reason ko is aid in learning, expand ko ang topic by answering how computers aid in learning,etc. Usually yung reason mo convert mo by asking how, what, when, or who. Tapos sa 3rd sentence, I state examples. Pwede ka din mag add pa ng 4th sentence parang isummarize mo lang ang 2nd paragraph.

    Sa 3rd paragraph discuss naman ang 3rd reason same sa ginawa sa 2nd par.

    4Th paragraph 1st sentence conclusion, then 2nd sentence recommendation.

    If 2 sided naman yung intro pwede mo gamitin yung nasa template like kina Heprex na samples. Then yung 2nd par yung kabilang side, then yung 3rd paragraph yung other side. Tapos same last paragraph.

    If medyo nahihirapan ka sa mga ideas, research ka dito sa forum ng mga recent topics. Tapos based dun sa topic reasearch ka anong pwedeng maging points and reasons para may idea ka na ano ilalagay mo sa essay.

    Ang key talaga sa writing is dapat marami ka ideas. If nahihirapan ka mag construct ng idea try to research as much as possible. Google mo yung mga common or recent topics on pte writing tapos may mga sample questions dun,, then research mo ano possible answers para sa actual exam may idea kana ano isasagot. Tapos dpat familiarize mo mga connectors (like moreover, therefore, for instance, etc) kasi mas mataas ang grade kapag medyo complex ang sentence na ginagamit mo kesa simple sentences lang.

    For summarize written text strategy ko is to first get ano main topic. Then analyze what important points were given, may nangyari ba? If meron ano ang nangyari, kelan nangyari? ano at para kanino ang purpose? Usually kasi sa mga paragraphs naka detail lang pero yung point lang naman dun is parang dinedescribe lang yung main topic. If you can answer who/what, when, how and why about the topic pwede mo na pagdugtungin yung ideas mo thru connectors and form a sentence. If you will have multiple paragraphs, summarize mo muna per paragraph then summarize mo ulit lahat in one sentence

    Another tip also in writing as much as possible do not repeat the same words. If you dont have much stored knowledge about synonyms okay lang. Practice and Research is the key. Kaya malaki ang help sa akin yung pag research sa mga common or recent topics kasi while practicing pwede akong mghanap ng synonyms then mas madali ko syang ma recall sa actual exam kasi nagawa ko na sya before. Tapos if meron kayong word na ma encounter na parang hirap kayo mag elaborate, google nyo din anong synonym or phrases na pwedeng same meaning ng word. Share ko yung nilista kong mga synonyms na possible na magagamit sa mga essay kasi minsan these are the topics commonly asked.

    Essay synonyms

    Discuss- cite, mention, illustrate, narrate, elucidate, talk about

    Finally.. Concluded, In Summary

    Democracy- representative govt; elective govt; republic; commonwealth

    Vote- suffrage, ballot, poll, elect officials, select leaders, appoint, designate

    Leaders- officials, officer, commander, chief, head, principal of nations, pioneer, front runner

    Nature- mother earth, environment, wildlife, universe, cosmos, countryside, natural resources, natural world

    Environment- habitat, territory, domain, surroundings

    Teachers- educator, tutor, coach,guide, mentor, guru, professor, trainer, lecturer

    Computer- PC, laptop, netbook,desktop, terminal, mainframe

    Robot- automated individual, android, automaton, golem, bot, droid,

    Invention- creation, innovation, development, design

    Creative ability- inventive mind, originality, imagination, inspiration

    Airplane- plane, airliner, jet, plane

    Drugs- medicine, medication, remedy, cure, antidote

    Issue- matter, affairs, problem, difficulty, obstacle, predicament

    Information- details, particulars, facts, data, computing /computer

    Revolution- insurgence, transformation, innovation, revolt, uprising, restructuring

    Packaging- case, wrap

    Region, province, rural area, district, territory, district, area

    Boon- blessing, benefit, advantage

    Tourist- traveler, vacationer, visitor

    Tourism- visits to places of interest; commercial organization and operation of vacations; traveling to places; services provided to people for holidays

    Technology- invention, engineering, applied science, method, technical knowledge, undustrial science, mechanization

    Xenophobic- anti nationalist

  • krishnazkrishnaz Paranaque
    Posts: 37Member
    Joined: Jul 31, 2017
    Thanks @chococrinkle , would you know pano ko macocompute yang 2.0 GWA na yan hehe hindi kasi naka indicate sa TOR ko eh.. is it for all my subjects taken?

    ANZSCODE 262112 (IT Security Analyst)

    02-02-2018 Submitted application for RPL - ACS
    06-02-2018 Assigned to CO - ACS

    15-02-2017 Assigned to Assessor - ACS

    PTE Journey :D
    01-01-2018 Reviewing for PTE
    02-03-2018 1st PTE Result 63 63 67 67

    20-03-2018 2nd PTE Scheduled Exam

    Points Claimed
    Age = 30pts (32yo)
    Qualification = 10pts (Section 2 school)
    PTE result =

    Skills Assessment =

    Relevant links:
    http://pinoyau.info/discussion/7706/november-2016-visa-189-190-489/p40

    Psalm 37:5
    "Commit your way to the Lord. Trust in Him, and He will act."

  • chococrinklechococrinkle Adelaide
    Posts: 584Member
    Joined: Nov 19, 2017
    @krishnaz. I computed mine by multiplying the grade with the corresponding unit then got the average. To be sure, you may check with your school for your GWA. Thanks

    2014 -- start of Au dream
    06.07.14 -- IELTS LRWS 7.5/7.5/7.0/7.0
    07.18.14 -- positive skills assessment
    08.01.14 -- waiting for occupation in ACT to open
    08.01.15 -- still waiting for occupation in ACT to open
    08.01.16 -- still waiting for occupation in ACT to open
    06.07.17 -- expired IELTS
    07.18.17 -- expired skills assessment
    08.2017 -- learned high points via SA 489
    11.22.17 -- PTE Academic exam LRWS 90/79/90/90
    11.22.17 -- result of Vetassess assessment renewal
    11.30.17 -- EOI lodge SA 489 80 pts
    12.22.17 -- received SA invitation
    01.04.18 -- Visa Lodge SA 489
    01.19.18 -- Medicals
    04.10.18 -- Visa Grant (DG) Praise God!!!


    PTE Writing Tips

    For writing essay I used E2 language format and applying what I learned from Ielts. Sa intro, sa 1st sentence ni restate ko lang yung question using my own words. Then sa 2nd sentence if one sided lang yung question, I give summary of the reasons ( 2 reasons only). Example, if ang essay is about importance of computers (one sided), eto 2nd sentence ko. Computers are valuable resources as they (1st reason) aid in learning and are (2nd reason) used to communicate with others. Then sa 3rd sentence sasabihin ko para pampahaba-- In this essay, I shall discuss my point of view by giving points and examples about the topic.

    Then sa 2nd paragraph, elaborate ko na ang 1St reason. Mga 2 sentences na magsupport sa 1st reason, like if yung 1st reason ko is aid in learning, expand ko ang topic by answering how computers aid in learning,etc. Usually yung reason mo convert mo by asking how, what, when, or who. Tapos sa 3rd sentence, I state examples. Pwede ka din mag add pa ng 4th sentence parang isummarize mo lang ang 2nd paragraph.

    Sa 3rd paragraph discuss naman ang 3rd reason same sa ginawa sa 2nd par.

    4Th paragraph 1st sentence conclusion, then 2nd sentence recommendation.

    If 2 sided naman yung intro pwede mo gamitin yung nasa template like kina Heprex na samples. Then yung 2nd par yung kabilang side, then yung 3rd paragraph yung other side. Tapos same last paragraph.

    If medyo nahihirapan ka sa mga ideas, research ka dito sa forum ng mga recent topics. Tapos based dun sa topic reasearch ka anong pwedeng maging points and reasons para may idea ka na ano ilalagay mo sa essay.

    Ang key talaga sa writing is dapat marami ka ideas. If nahihirapan ka mag construct ng idea try to research as much as possible. Google mo yung mga common or recent topics on pte writing tapos may mga sample questions dun,, then research mo ano possible answers para sa actual exam may idea kana ano isasagot. Tapos dpat familiarize mo mga connectors (like moreover, therefore, for instance, etc) kasi mas mataas ang grade kapag medyo complex ang sentence na ginagamit mo kesa simple sentences lang.

    For summarize written text strategy ko is to first get ano main topic. Then analyze what important points were given, may nangyari ba? If meron ano ang nangyari, kelan nangyari? ano at para kanino ang purpose? Usually kasi sa mga paragraphs naka detail lang pero yung point lang naman dun is parang dinedescribe lang yung main topic. If you can answer who/what, when, how and why about the topic pwede mo na pagdugtungin yung ideas mo thru connectors and form a sentence. If you will have multiple paragraphs, summarize mo muna per paragraph then summarize mo ulit lahat in one sentence

    Another tip also in writing as much as possible do not repeat the same words. If you dont have much stored knowledge about synonyms okay lang. Practice and Research is the key. Kaya malaki ang help sa akin yung pag research sa mga common or recent topics kasi while practicing pwede akong mghanap ng synonyms then mas madali ko syang ma recall sa actual exam kasi nagawa ko na sya before. Tapos if meron kayong word na ma encounter na parang hirap kayo mag elaborate, google nyo din anong synonym or phrases na pwedeng same meaning ng word. Share ko yung nilista kong mga synonyms na possible na magagamit sa mga essay kasi minsan these are the topics commonly asked.

    Essay synonyms

    Discuss- cite, mention, illustrate, narrate, elucidate, talk about

    Finally.. Concluded, In Summary

    Democracy- representative govt; elective govt; republic; commonwealth

    Vote- suffrage, ballot, poll, elect officials, select leaders, appoint, designate

    Leaders- officials, officer, commander, chief, head, principal of nations, pioneer, front runner

    Nature- mother earth, environment, wildlife, universe, cosmos, countryside, natural resources, natural world

    Environment- habitat, territory, domain, surroundings

    Teachers- educator, tutor, coach,guide, mentor, guru, professor, trainer, lecturer

    Computer- PC, laptop, netbook,desktop, terminal, mainframe

    Robot- automated individual, android, automaton, golem, bot, droid,

    Invention- creation, innovation, development, design

    Creative ability- inventive mind, originality, imagination, inspiration

    Airplane- plane, airliner, jet, plane

    Drugs- medicine, medication, remedy, cure, antidote

    Issue- matter, affairs, problem, difficulty, obstacle, predicament

    Information- details, particulars, facts, data, computing /computer

    Revolution- insurgence, transformation, innovation, revolt, uprising, restructuring

    Packaging- case, wrap

    Region, province, rural area, district, territory, district, area

    Boon- blessing, benefit, advantage

    Tourist- traveler, vacationer, visitor

    Tourism- visits to places of interest; commercial organization and operation of vacations; traveling to places; services provided to people for holidays

    Technology- invention, engineering, applied science, method, technical knowledge, undustrial science, mechanization

    Xenophobic- anti nationalist

  • toAustraliaandbeyondtoAustraliaandbeyond Philippines
    Posts: 95Member
    Joined: Feb 13, 2018
    Hi how to know po my schools section and anung GWA po needed. Thanks in advance po
  • AU_goalchaserAU_goalchaser Singapore
    Posts: 128Member
    Joined: Feb 15, 2018
    Sir how bout Bataan Peninsula State University?
  • toAustraliaandbeyondtoAustraliaandbeyond Philippines
    Posts: 95Member
    Joined: Feb 13, 2018
    edited February 2018
    Hi what if section 2 and school pero d ka umabot ng 84% or 2.0 n GWA. Di ko pa nacheck ung GWA ko pero I would like to know anu impact if ever. Sana nmn nsa 2 xa. And pra sa buong school year ba un or sa last sem lang?
  • RheaMARN1171933RheaMARN1171933 Posts: 2,764Member, Administrator, Moderator
    Joined: Mar 10, 2016
    @toAustraliaandbeyond it means the degree will not be recognised as equivalent to an Australian degree
  • toAustraliaandbeyondtoAustraliaandbeyond Philippines
    Posts: 95Member
    Joined: Feb 13, 2018
    @RheaMARN1171933 so 0 points or 10 lng?
  • RheaMARN1171933RheaMARN1171933 Posts: 2,764Member, Administrator, Moderator
    Joined: Mar 10, 2016
    @toAustraliaandbeyond 10 points. This will also have an impact on the skills assessment decision and not just for points purposes.
  • toAustraliaandbeyondtoAustraliaandbeyond Philippines
    Posts: 95Member
    Joined: Feb 13, 2018
    @RheaMARN1171933 thanks. I think I have to check my GWA first.
  • nowherelassnowherelass Taguig City
    Posts: 4Member
    Joined: Apr 10, 2018
    Hi!

    Newbie here. Ask ko lang, will i/we get an additional point if section 1 yung school ng husband ko? he's from Mapua Intramuros (sec 1) and i'm from Mapua Makati (sec 2.. bummer) and I'll be the principal applicant. I was informed na I will get additional points from my husband's skills\degree but either it wasn't explained clearly to me or di ko lang naiintindihan and di ako nakinig ng maayos. hehe :)
  • HeprexHeprex Melbourne
    Posts: 2,109Member
    Joined: Aug 03, 2016
    @nowherelass you cannot claim additional points for just the degree alone, to claim partner points (+5), your hubby also needs a positive skill assessment and English proficiency exam.

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    05.12.2016 - ACS Appeal Successful (AQF Bachelor Degree, 2 years deducted)
    21.12.2016 - Submitted EOI 189/190(NSW) (60/65)
    07.09.2017 - Update EOI 189 to 70pts
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    20.02.2018 - GRANTED!! FINALLY!!! 02 Oct 2018 IED
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  • nowherelassnowherelass Taguig City
    Posts: 4Member
    Joined: Apr 10, 2018
    @Heprex oh okay. Thank you!
  • mufasaamufasaa talisay
    Posts: 6Member
    Joined: Jan 22, 2018
    Is there an updated list of schools and universities? Thank you.
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