HSKK stands for Hanyu Shuiping Kouyu Kaoshi in Chinese, which translates to “Chinese Proficiency Speaking Test”. It is designed to assess test takers' oral Chinese skills.
The HSKK is conducted as an audio-recorded exam.
The test is divided into three levels: Primary, Intermediate, and Advanced. The Newcastle University Confucius Institute Test Centre currently offers all three levels.
What is HSKK Intermediate
HSKK Intermediate is mainly designed for candidates who have been learning Chinese at a pace of 2-3 lessons per week for one to two academic years and have mastered around 900 commonly used words.
The HSKK Intermediate consists of three sections, totaling 14 questions. The examination duration is 23 minutes, including 10 minutes of preparation time.
Test Start Time (All local times): 16:30.
Achieving a full score entails earning 100 points, while a cumulative score of 60 or above qualifies as a passing mark. The HSKK scores are valid for two years, starting from the test date.
