Introduction to HSK 1 Test

What is HSK?

  • HSK stands for Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi in Chinese, which translates to “Chinese Proficiency Test”. It is an international standardized test for Chinese language proficiency organized by CTI Co., Ltd. (CTI), a specialized international Chinese language education and testing service company.
  • The HSK is divided into 9 levels, and the Newcastle University Confucius Institute Test Centre currently offers levels 1 through 6.

    • What is HSK 1?

  • The HSK (Level 1) exam is designed for individuals who are beginners in Chinese, having acquired fundamental listening and reading skills.
  • HSK (Level 1) has a total of 40 questions, divided into listening and reading sections. The entire exam takes about 40 minutes (including 5 minutes for candidates to fill in personal information).
  • Test Start Time (All local times): 13:30.
  • HSK (Level 1) score report provides three scores: listening, reading, and total score. Achieving a full score entails earning 200 points, while a cumulative score of 120 or above qualifies as a passing mark. HSK scores are valid for two years (starting from the exam date).

    • Course Information

    How to register for the test?

  • Visit the CTI website by clicking here
  • Be sure to select"UK-Newcastle"as your test centre during the registration process.
  • Make a payment using the link provided on the CPD website.
    • Please note you must first complete your registration on the CTI website, then proceed with payment using the link provided on the CPD website.

    If you have any questions, feel free to contact the Confucius Institute at ConfuciusInstitute@newcastle.ac.uk.

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    Course Dates

    Course Start Date:  Saturday, July 19, 2025 1:00 PM

    Course End Date :  Saturday, July 19, 2025 2:30 PM

    Enrolment Dates

    Enrolment Start Date:  Friday, January 10, 2025 8:00 AM

    Enrolment End Date :  Sunday, June 22, 2025 8:00 AM

    Course Location

    Newcastle University

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