1.

What is HSK？
HSK, the full name of which is Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi, was launched by the Center
for Language Education and Cooperation and authorized by Chinese Test
International (CTI). It isthe most authoritative standardised test for Chinese language
learners to evaluate their Chinese language level.

After nearly thirty years of continuous improvement, a testing and service system
has been established with the Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) as the leader, including
the Chinese Proficiency Speaking Test (HSKK), Business Chinese Test (BCT), Primary
and Secondary School Chinese Test (YCT), Medical Chinese Proficiency Test (MCT),
etc., forming a global Chinese exam brand that is adaptable to needs, diverse in
types, fully functional, and professional and authoritative.

2.What are the contents of the HSK exam?

HSK focuses mainly on testing students’ Chinese communicative competence for
everyday life, study and work. It is divided into oral and written examinations: 
The written examination is split into HSK (level 1), HSK (level 2), HSK (Level 3), HSK
(Level 4), HSK (Level 5) and HSK (level 6).Starting from November 26, 2022, the
Center for Language  and Cooperation  added three levels of HSK7-9. Level 7-9
focuses on examining the ability of candidates who use Chinese as a second
language to engage in standardized and appropriate social communication on
complex topics in social life, academic research, and other fields.

The full name of the oral examination is Hanyushuiping Kouyu Kaoshi (HSKK), and
is split into HSKK (Primary level), HSKK (Intermediate level) and HSKK (Advanced
level).

3. Who can apply for HSK?

Chinese learners from anywhere in the world can apply for the examination (without
age restriction).

4.What kind of Chinese communicative competence do HSK levels 1 to 9

represent?
Passing HSK Level 1 means that you can communicate in Chinese at a basic level, and
at HSK Level 2 you are more proficient and have achieved an excellent level of
elementary Chinese. The Chinese proficiency levels that can be achieved at other
levels are as follows:

HSK3
You can complete basic communication tasks in everyday life, study and work in
Chinese. When travelling in China, you can deal with communication tasks in some
scenarios.

HSK4
You can read Chinese newspapers and magazines as well as enjoy Chinese film and
television festivals.  

HSK5
You can use spoken and written Chinese fairly comprehensively.

HSK6
You can easily understand information that you hear or read in Chinese.  You can
express the points fluently in spoken or written Chinese.

HSK 7
Good listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, as well as preliminary
professional translation skills. Able to engage in basic, standardized, fluent, and
appropriate social communication on a wide range of high-level topics.

HSK 8
Good listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, as well as basic professional
translation skills. Able to engage in standardized, fluent, and appropriate social
communication on various high-level or professional topics.

HSK 9
Good listening, speaking, reading, writing skills, and professional translation skills.
Able to comprehensively apply various skills and engage in standardized, fluent, and
appropriate social communication on various topics in various contexts.

5. What difference does taking HSK make?

For learners：
A pass for studying in China;
A powerful qualification for competing in the workplace;
A requirement for applying for scholarships and summer camps;
A reference for understanding and improving your ability to use Chinese.

For institutions and teaching centers：

A reference point for recruitment, classroom teaching, course exemption, granting
credit and evaluating teaching.

For companies: 
A reference point for employment, training and promotion of staff.

6 How many times is the HSK held each year?   

The HSK examinations are relatively frequent. In 2022, there will be examinations
in January, March, April, may, July, October, November, and December.
The specific examination dates are published on CTI’s
website（ http://www.chinesetest.cn ）.

The only official examination center in Uganda is the Confucius Institute at

Makerere University. According to the examination needs of students at the school,
HSK exams are held at least once a quarter, with the latest exam dates being 6-11
and 7-16.

7. How do I register for an HSK examination and what does it cost?      

Log in to the official website of Hankao International to register an account and fill in
relevant information as required.For more details, please refer to the explanation of
the International Examination Rules for the Chinese National Examination:
http://www.chinesetest.cn/gotestlaw.do

The registration fees for the HSK examination are different in different countries due
to currency exchange rates. For details, please consult the local examination
center.Candidates in Uganda can send emails to inquire about exam registration
time and fees. 
The email address ：
22354887982qq.com.  

8 . How to learn HSK courses?    

The Confucius Institute at Makerere University offers short-term classes using HSK
standard textbooks. At present, there are HSK1-HSK4 level courses
available. Welcome to register and study!