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Prepare with clarity

Know the exam. Plan your next step.

Start with official resources, then check the requirements for your exact university, programme and intake.

HSK

Chinese language proficiency

Understand how Chinese language proficiency is assessed, and check the exact test version, level and score accepted by your chosen programme.

  • 1For Chinese-taught programmes, check language requirements and any HSKK or exemption rules in the admissions brochure.
  • 2The official website publishes test announcements, syllabuses, test calendars and result services, including HSK 3.0 information.
  • 3Confirm your test location, registration deadline and accepted certificate validity before booking.
Visit HSK official website

CSCA

Academic readiness for undergraduate study

The China Scholastic Competency Assessment is designed for international undergraduate applicants. Required subjects and test languages depend on the receiving university and programme.

  • 1Review your target university’s current requirements before selecting subjects.
  • 2Check the official website for available test sessions, registration, testing arrangements and syllabus updates.
  • 3Keep the score report and follow the university’s instructions for submitting it.
Visit CSCA official website

Before you register

Your exact programme

Requirements may differ within the same university.

The current intake

Policies and test arrangements can change between years.

The accepted results

Confirm subject, test version, minimum score and any exemptions.

Does every programme require both exams?

Check the requirements of the university and programme you intend to apply to. HSK assesses Chinese proficiency, while CSCA supports undergraduate admissions assessment. This platform does not infer one universal requirement for all applicants.

Sources: HSK · CSCA FAQ

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