About Chinese Tests
This page provides details of forthcoming test dates, how to register, and how to pay for a test.
For those who wish to turn a hobby into an internationally recognised qualification, Lancaster University Confucius Institute is an official test centre for Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi written (HSK) and oral tests (HSKK); and Youth Chinese Tests for school-aged learners (YCT).
These are internationally recognised qualifications for non-native speakers of Chinese and are required for most opportunities to study or work in China.
Youth Chinese Test (YCT) slides
More information on these tests can be found on the Chinese Testing Website, or you are welcome to send any questions to us by email.
HSK and YCT sessions
The HSK and YCT preparation classes are free of charge.
Please email ci@lancaster.ac.uk if you would like to join one of these classes.
HSK drop in (in-person)
Wednesdays, 1.00-2.00pm, at Lancaster University Confucius Institute (The Roundhouse), room B03. No registration required.
From 30 April to 18 June 2025
HSK level 2 preparation class (online)
Mondays, 6.30-7.30pm
From 28 April to 30 June 2025
HSK level 3 preparation class (online)
Tuesdays, 6.30-7.30pm
From 29 April to 1 July 2025
HSK level 4 preparation class (online)
Thursdays, 6.30-7.30pm
From 1 May to 3 July 2025
HSK level 5 preparation class (online)
Thursdays, 5.00-6.00pm
From 1 May to 3 July 2025
YCT Beginner preparation class (online)
Tuesdays, 5.00-5.45pm
From 29 April to 8 July 2025
Please note that the YCT class will not take place on 27 May 2025.
YCT Advanced preparation class (online)
Thursdays, 4.00-4.45pm
From 1 May to 10 July 2025
Please note that the YCT class will not take place on 29 May 2025.
For more information and to register for the preparation classes, please email Lancaster University Confucius Institute: ci@lancaster.ac.uk