Introduction to HSK 2 Exam

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 2?

  • The HSK (Level 2) exam is intended for beginners but at a slightly more advanced level, assessing their basic listening and reading capabilities in Chinese.
  • HSK (Level 2) consists of 60 questions, divided into listening and reading sections. The exam time is approximately 55 minutes (including 5 minutes for candidates to fill in personal information).
  • Test Start Time (All local times): 09:00.
  • The HSK (Level 2) score report provides three scores: Listening, Reading, and Total. Achieving a full score entails earning 200 points, while a cumulative score of 120 or above qualifies as a passing mark. The HSK scores are valid for two years, starting from the day of the exam.

      • For more information on this course, please contact CPD@newcastle.ac.uk or enquire here

    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.

    For more information

    Course Dates

    Course Start Date:  Sunday, December 13, 2026 9:00 AM

    Course End Date :  Sunday, December 13, 2026 10:30 AM

    Enrolment Dates

    Enrolment Start Date:  Monday, October 12, 2026 8:00 AM

    Enrolment End Date :  Friday, November 13, 2026 11:30 PM

    Course Location

    Newcastle University

    Course Tutor/s

    Course Delivery Type

    Face to Face in-person icon

    Course Fees

    Price per attendee is £20.00 (zero VAT)