Deep dives into the 6 official OET assessment criteria, grammar, clinical tone, formatting, and conciseness.
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December 14, 2026
Vague OET writing feedback like 'improve your tone' tells you nothing. Learn what criterion-specific feedback looks like and why it's the only kind that moves your score.
November 15, 2026
A concise OET letter hits 180–200 words without padding or missing content. Here's the exact template, common wordiness traps, and a full worked example with word-count breakdown.
April 30, 2026
Wondering how to pass OET writing? Our complete 2026 guide decodes the 6 official criteria, the exact difference between Band B and Band C+, real scored examples, and a step-by-step exam strategy to secure 350+ on your first attempt.
April 8, 2026
Passive voice is expected in OET Writing — but using it incorrectly costs marks on Conciseness and Genre. Learn exactly when clinical letters require passive voice and when active voice is better.
March 29, 2026
OET examiners penalise letters that are too casual, too emotional, or too blunt. Learn exactly what clinical objectivity means across the Genre & Style criterion — with before/after examples.
February 22, 2026
Grammar errors cost OET Writing marks on the Language criterion. Here are the 5 most common mistakes healthcare professionals make — with fixes and clinical examples.
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February 15, 2026
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