In OET Listening, Part A (the dictation task) carries significant weight. Unlike other English tests that often reward a general understanding of the message, OET places stronger emphasis on accurate sound recognition and the ability to infer meaning from clinical context. For healthcare professionals, this reflects real workplace demands, where missing a single detail can […]
In OET Listening Part C, you listen to a longer recording of about five minutes, such as an interview or a lecture, and answer six multiple-choice questions in real time as the audio plays. The question format is the same as Part B — three-option multiple choice — but the overall difficulty is clearly higher. […]
In OET Listening Part B, each question is based on a short audio recording of about one minute. For every recording, you answer one multiple-choice question by selecting the correct option from three choices. The format looks simple on paper. At first glance, it’s natural to think: only three options—this should be manageable. However, Part […]
Part A of the OET Listening test is a dictation-style task based on a clinical consultation dialogue. You listen to a real-life interaction in a medical setting and complete missing information in structured case notes. The focus is on capturing clinically relevant details accurately while following the flow of a natural conversation. Each task follows […]
When preparing for OET Listening, simply repeating full mock tests is not enough. It is essential to expose yourself to a variety of speakers, contexts, and topics to build flexible listening skills. In this section, we introduce practical and reliable learning resources — including audio, video, and drama — and explain how to use them […]
Many International Medical Graduates (IMGs) studying for the OET tell me the same thing:“My Listening score is stuck. I’m not improving.” A common pattern is that learners work through a large number of past papers—often from YouTube—hoping that quantity alone will solve the problem. For exams like IELTS or TOEFL, doing a high number of […]
If you’ve ever practiced for the OET Speaking test, you probably know that it’s not just about grammar or pronunciation. You can sound fluent — and still lose marks if your conversation doesn’t feel natural or empathetic. In this article, we’ll walk through what really happens in the test — how it’s structured, how you’re […]
OET Listening can feel overwhelming, especially with unfamiliar accents and fast medical conversations. This guide breaks down each part of the test and shows you how to train effectively using real OET-style methods like dictation and shadowing. 🩺 Overview of the Listening Test Let’s begin with an overview of the OET Listening sub-test. The OET […]
If you’ve already achieved a solid Grade B in OET, you might be wondering—how do I push further into the 400 range? This article breaks down realistic strategies to aim for 400 or higher, focusing on what differentiates “passing” performance from truly confident professional communication abroad. OET Strategy for Achieving 400+ Scores Each OET sub-test […]
For many test-takers, the most challenging part of the OET exam is the Listening section — especially Part A. For IMGs who have mainly studied “exam-style” English in their home countries, this part can feel nearly impossible on first attempt. The accent, the pace, and the way information is presented can be overwhelming. Unlike American […]