About Chinese Tests
This page provides details of forthcoming test dates, how to register, and how to pay for a test.
For those who wish to turn a hobby into an internationally recognised qualification, Lancaster University Confucius Institute is an official test centre for Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi written (HSK) and oral tests (HSKK); and Youth Chinese Tests for school-aged learners (YCT).
These are internationally recognised qualifications for non-native speakers of Chinese and are required for most opportunities to study or work in China.
Youth Chinese Test (YCT) slides
More information on these tests can be found on the Chinese Testing Website, or you are welcome to send any questions to us by email.
HSK and YCT sessions
The HSK and YCT preparation classes are free of charge.
Please email ci@lancaster.ac.uk if you would like to join one of these classes.
HSK drop in (in-person)
Wednesday, 1-2pm, at Lancaster University Confucius Institute (The Roundhouse), room B03. No registration required.
- Lent term: From 15 January to 9 April 2025
- Summer term: From 30 April to 18 June 2025
HSK level 2 preparation class (online)
Monday, 6.30-7.30pm
- Lent term: From 13 January to 17 March 2025
- Summer term: From 28 April to 30 June 2025
HSK level 3 preparation class (online)
Tuesday, 6.30-7.30pm
- Lent term: From 14 January to 18 March 2025
- Summer term: From 29 April to 1 July 2025
HSK level 4 preparation class (online)
Thursday, 6.30-7.30pm
- Summer term: From 1 May to 3 July 2025
HSK level 5 preparation class (hybrid)
Thursday, 5.00-6.00pm, at Lancaster University Confucius Institute (The Roundhouse) and online.
- Lent term: From 16 January to 20 March 2025
- Summer term: From 1 May to 3 July 2025
YCT Advanced preparation class (online)
Thursday, 4.00-4.45pm
- Lent term: From 9 January to 27 March 2025
Please note that the YCT class will not take place on 20 February 2025.
- Summer term: From 1 May to 10 July 2025
Please note that the YCT class will not take place on 29 May 2025.
For more information and to register for the preparation classes, please email Lancaster University Confucius Institute: ci@lancaster.ac.uk