Chinese Proficiency Tests

We are an official test centre for the Chinese Proficiency Tests, including HSK, HSKK, YCT and BCT exams.

The Confucius Institute at Oxford Brookes University is an official test centre for the Chinese Proficiency Tests, including HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi), HSKK (Hanyu Shuiping Kouyu Kaoshi), YCT (Youth Chinese Test) and BCT (Business Chinese Test) exams. Throughout the year, we offer all levels of examinations.

We also provide opportunities for students who have successfully passed HSK and HSKK exams to further their studies in China with Scholarship opportunities. Visit our Study in China page for more information.

Exam dates

Announcement Exam dates for 2024 - Please note that you must pay at least 1 month before the exam date. Any later and you will not be able to sit the exam.

Exam dates for 2024

May 19: HSK & HSKK (Registration closed)
June 22: HSK & HSKK (Registration open)
September 8: HSK & HSKK (Registration not yet open)
October 19: HSK, HSKK & YCT (Registration not yet open)
November 16: HSK & HSKK (Registration not yet open)
December 8: HSK & HSKK (Registration not yet open)

HSK

The Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK) is an official examination designed to assess the Chinese language proficiency of non-native speakers from beginners to advanced Level (divided in levels 1-6). It is an internationally recognised standard in assessing your Chinese language level and the result can be used to apply for Confucius Institute Scholarship (CIS). It is also accepted by universities in China and in the UK as proof of Chinese proficiency. The HSK tests level 1-2 include listening and reading skills only; Level 3-6 include writing, listening and reading skills.

HSK exam levels
Level	Duration (Minutes)	Vocabulary (Words)	Total Score	Passing Score	Examination Fee
HSK Level 1	40	150	200	120	£15
HSK Level 2	55	300	200	120	£25
HSK Level 3	90	600	300	180	£35
HSK Level 4	105	1200	300	180	£45
HSK Level 5	125	2500	300	180	£55
HSK Level 6	140	5000	300	180	£65

Please note: If you have registered for our HSK 3 or HSK 4 Preparatory Course, your examination fee is included in your course fee.

HSKK

The Hanyu Shuiping Kouyu Kaoshi (HSKK) is the oral exam and focuses on oral capability. The HSKK is divided into three different levels: Elementary, Intermediate, and Advanced.

HSKK exam levels
Level	Duration (Minutes)	Vocabulary (Words)	Total Score	Passing Score	Examination Fee
HSK Level 1	40	150	200	120	£15
HSK Level 2	55	300	200	120	£25
HSK Level 3	90	600	300	180	£35
HSK Level 4	105	1200	300	180	£45
HSK Level 5	125	2500	300	180	£55
HSK Level 6	140	5000	300	180	£65

YCT

The Youth Chinese Test (YCT) is an international standardised Chinese language test which is directed at examining non-native primary and secondary school students' ability to apply Chinese language in their studies and daily lives.

YCT exam levels
Level	Duration (Minutes)	Vocabulary (Words)	Total Score	Passing Score	Examination Fee
HSK Level 1	40	150	200	120	£15
HSK Level 2	55	300	200	120	£25
HSK Level 3	90	600	300	180	£35
HSK Level 4	105	1200	300	180	£45
HSK Level 5	125	2500	300	180	£55
HSK Level 6	140	5000	300	180	£65