HSK, HSKK and YCT Paper-Based Tests
Please click the button below to view the paper-based test dates and fees for 2024.
Proficiency Tests
Lancaster University Confucius Institute is an official UK test centre for HSK, HSKK, and YCT Chinese Proficiency tests.
About Chinese Tests
This page provides details of forthcoming test dates, how to register, and how to pay for a test.
The standard written proficiency tests for Mandarin Chinese are known as Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK) Tests. HSKK Tests refer to the standard oral proficiency tests. In addition, Youth Chinese Tests (YCT) are the official proficiency tests (both written and oral) designed for young learners of Mandarin Chinese, and are intended mostly for primary and secondary school-aged learners.
These are the officially recognised proficiency tests for non-native speakers of Chinese, and are required for most opportunities to study or work in China.
More information on these tests can be found on the Chinese Testing Website, or alternatively, you are welcome to send any questions to us by email.
Preparation
Lancaster University Confucius Institute offer YCT online preparation classes, HSK and HSKK preparation and HSK drop-in sessions.
Summer term HSK preparation sessions
- HSK 1 and 2 drop in: Tuesdays, 12-1pm
- HSK 3 and 4 drop in: Tuesdays, 1-2pm
For more information and to register for the preparation sessions, please email Lancaster University Confucius Institute: ci@lancaster.ac.uk
2024 Test Dates
Please see the links below for the full list of test dates and registration deadlines for HSK, HSKK, and YCT tests in 2024.
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How To Register
You will need to register and pay on separate sites.
- First, create an account and register through the Chinese Testing International (CTI) Website. (See below for help with registering).
- Then, you will need to pay for your test(s) on the Confucius Institute Online Store Page. Please type the total amount for the tests.
Please ensure you have registered and paid for all tests by their registration deadlines.
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CTI Website Guide
The Chinese Testing International (CTI) website is where you must register for any Chinese Proficiency Test you wish to take.
You must first create an account on the Chinese Testing website. To begin this, click the "New User" option in the top-right of the page.
- When you have created an account, select the "Test Registration" button in the menu that runs along the top of the page.
- Next, select which test you would like to register for, and then click the blue "Register" button.
- The next page will show a list of options. Select the following options:
- Continent: Europe,
- Country: United Kingdom,
- Test Format: Paper-based Test" (unless otherwise stated).
- Test Centre: Lancaster University Confucius Institute.
- Test Date: Select your preferred test date.
You must register for Paper-based tests at least 1 month before the test date!
You will be asked to provide personal details on later pages. A Passport number / ID card number / Residence Permit number will be required.
If you have any problems, please contact us.
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Student Discount
Students who are studying Chinese as part of their degree are eligible to receive a free HSK/HSKK test if you attempt a HSK or HSKK Level for the first time.
Requirements
- You are a current student at Lancaster University, studying Chinese as part of your degree.
- You have not attempted to take the specific HSK/HSKK test at Lancaster University before.
Please purchase the "First Attempt Discount" option in the Online Store if you believe you are eligible to receive this.
You are welcome to apply for this discount as many times as you like, as long as you are not applying for tests you have taken before. Therefore if you pass all tests on your first attempt, you have the potential to complete all your testing free of charge.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
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Tutorials
We are able to offer Tutorial sessions for HSK, HSKK, and YCT tests. Please contact us to learn more.