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How to pass HSK level 1-6
The Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK; Chinese: 汉语水平考试; pinyin: Hànyǔ Shuǐpíng Kǎoshì), translated as the Chinese Proficiency Test,[1] is the standardized test of Standard Chinese (a type of Mandarin Chinese) language proficiency of Mainland China for non-native speakers such as foreign students and overseas Chinese. The test is administered by Hanban, an agency of the Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China.
The HSK has six levels, ranging from beginner (level 1) to advanced (level 6), which test your reading, listening, and writing.

We also offer the HSKK (Hanyu Shuiping Kouyu Kaoshi – Chinese Speaking Proficiency Test) on selected dates. The test takes place on a computer and is assessed from the recording.for more information please visit http://www.echinesebridge.com/category/hsk/

Important information
HSK and HSKK exam dates
Saturday 26 March 2022 (HSK and HSKK)
Levels available: All levels

Location: The University of Leeds

Registration deadline: 22 February 2022

Sunday 12 June 2022 (HSK)
Levels available: All levels

Location: The University of Leeds

Registration deadline: 16 May 2022

Saturday 19 November 2022 (HSK)
Levels available: All levels

Location: The University of Leeds

Registration deadline: 23 October 2022
HSK exam fees
HSK
Level 1 – £10

Level 2 – £20

Level 3 – £30

Level 4 – £40

Level 5 – £50

Level 6 – £60

HSKK
HSKK Primary – £15

HSKK Intermediate – £25

HSKK Advanced – £35

Pay your exam fee via the University of Leeds online store. If you are taking more than one exam, you will need to register separately for each one.

Making HSK;Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi;Chinese Proficiency Test does not complete the registration process. See ‘How to register for the exam’ below.

Please note that the exam fee is non-refundable. Please ensure that you have entered the correct fee for the level you are taking before beginning the booking process.

Certificate fee
A paper copy of your certificate is not currently included in the exam fees. Candidates who require a paper copy must request this themselves and pay an additional fee. You can do this through the Extra Score Report service on the chinesetest.cn website.
How to register for the exam
Are HSK exams changing?
Information for registered candidates (in-person exams)
HSK 'Home Edition' requirements: read before booking
Why take the HSK?
Track your progress

It’s very motivating to work your way through the levels as your Chinese improves.

Scholarships

Hanban offers scholarships for non-Chinese students to study in China, and a HSK certificate is required even if you have a Chinese degree. For full details visit the Hanban scholarships website.

Employment

Putting your HSK level on your CV is the best way to demonstrate your Chinese ability to potential employers, as it shows your level relative to an international standard.

Chinese work permits

You receive additional points for HSK scores in work permit applications.

Past papers
Chinese Proficiency Exams are issue by Hanban through Chinese Testing International. Download sample HSK exam papers for each level below. These are taken from the Chinese Testing International website, where you can find detailed information about the different exams, including the audio files for these papers.

HSK level 1 past paper
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HSK level 2 past paper
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HSK level 3 past paper
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HSK level 4 past paper
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HSK level 5 past paper
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HSK level 6 past paper
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Website: http://www.echinesebridge.com/category/hsk/